NEW DELHI: Real Madrid announced on Saturday that Eden Hazard will depart the club at the conclusion of the season.
Both parties have agreed to terminate his contract a year ahead of schedule.
Since his move from Chelsea to La Liga, Hazard has faced a challenging four-year stint, grappling with injuries and finding it difficult to adapt to life at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Despite being Real Madrid's costliest acquisition in history, the 32-year-old Hazard's tenure has been marked by limitations and setbacks.
Hazard, who made only six league appearances this season and 10 in all competitions, won eight trophies with Real, including the Champions League and two league titles.
"Real Madrid C. F. and Eden Hazard have reached an agreement whereby the player is disassociated from the club as of June 30, 2023," the club said.
"Real Madrid wants to express its affection for Eden Hazard and wishes him and his whole family good luck in this new stage."
Real will take on Athletic Club in their last LaLiga game of the season on Sunday.
(With inputs from Reuters)
