Eden hazard to real madrid news
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Here are the latest news and updates on Eden Hazard's transfer to Real Madrid:
Latest News:
- On June 7, 2019, Real Madrid announced that they had reached an agreement with Chelsea FC to sign Eden Hazard for a reported fee of €100 million.
- Hazard signed a five-year contract with Real Madrid, which will keep him at the club until June 2024.
- The Belgian midfielder officially joined Real Madrid on June 13, 2019, and was presented to the media and fans at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
Background:
- Eden Hazard had been linked with a move to Real Madrid for several years, with the Spanish giants reportedly interested in signing him as a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo.
- In the 2018-19 season, Hazard scored 16 goals and provided 15 assists for Chelsea, helping the team finish third in the Premier League.
- Despite his impressive form, Hazard's contract with Chelsea was set to expire in 2020, and he had reportedly become frustrated with the club's lack of progress in recent years.
Quotes:
- "I'm happy, I'm in a big club, I'm in a big team, I'm in a big league. I'm happy to be here." - Eden Hazard, speaking at his Real Madrid presentation.
- "Eden is a player who has the potential to make a big impact at this club. He's a player who has already shown his quality at the highest level, and we're excited to see him in action." - Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez.
Impact on Real Madrid:
- Hazard's arrival is seen as a major coup for Real Madrid, who have struggled to replace the goals and creativity of Cristiano Ronaldo since his departure in 2018.
- The Belgian midfielder is expected to form a key partnership with Karim Benzema and Luka Modrić in attack, and could help Real Madrid challenge for major honors in the coming seasons.
Impact on Chelsea:
- Hazard's departure is a significant blow to Chelsea, who will miss his creativity, goals, and leadership on the pitch.
- The club will need to rebuild their attack and find a replacement for Hazard, who was a key player for the team in recent years.