“The last pure entertainer in football”- Fans show RESPECT to Eden Hazard as he announces his retirement at 32

Eden Hazard has lifted every trophy at club level.

“The last pure entertainer in football”- Fans show RESPECT to Eden Hazard as he announces his retirement at 32

Eden Hazard (Source: via AP)

At the age of 32, Eden Hazard has announced his retirement calling an end to his 16-year career as a professional football player. The ex-Chelsea star shared a long post on Instagram, earlier today, officially announcing his retirement from the beautiful game.

Written in French, the Belgian forward paid tribute to his former clubs of Lille, Chelsea, and Real Madrid. He thanked the Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) for allowing him the honor of representing the country in the biggest stages of football. Lastly, he gave thanks to all his fans stating, “Finally, a huge thank you to you, my fans, who have followed me for all these years and for your encouragement everywhere I have played,” ending his statement by telling the public, “Now is the time to enjoy my loved ones and have new experience. See you off the field soon my friends.”

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Since the announcement, many players and clubs have given their salutations to the players. Ex-teammate at Real Madrid, Aurélien Tchouameni tweeted, “If you love good football, then you enjoy Eden Hazard. Iconic.” Vinicius Jr. replied to Eden’s post calling him a ‘Legend’. Manchester United defender, Raphael Varane also replied to the post writing, “What a player !! Good luck for the next chapter Eden!” 

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Finally, Chelsea football club released a post on X about the player, giving their respects to one of their greatest ever with the quote, “Eden Hazard: one of the greatest to play the game. Thank you for everything, and good luck in your retirement.”

Eden Hazard’s career may have come to an abrupt end due to his spell at Real Madrid and his constant battle with injuries. Fans, however, will remember the player for the way he would glide past players in the Premier League and dazzle the crowd at Stamford Bridge.

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Twitter reacts to Eden Hazard’s retirement

Many fans were shocked when news broke out of Hazard’s retirement. With many players pushing the limits of retirement age in modern football, a player of his quality retiring at 32 was big news. Fans, however, were quick to pay their respects to the Belgian as many remember him as one of the best players in the Premier League era.

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Eden Hazard (Source: via Chelsea FC)

Here are some of the reactions: –

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Eden Hazard’s career as a professional football player may be over. However, as co-owner of San Diego 1904, the player may not keep his hands completely out of football after retiring. But for now, the Belgian forward will step away from the limelight.

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