Eden Hazard Contemplates a Comeback with West Ham United After Retirement

At just 32 years old, Eden Hazard has officially drawn the curtain on his football career, leaving Real Madrid this summer through a mutual agreement to terminate his contract a year ahead of schedule. Despite attracting interest from various European clubs, the Belgian forward opted to step away from the game.

Hazard’s stint at Real Madrid didn’t unfold as anticipated. Signed in the summer of 2019 following a legendary seven-year tenure at Chelsea, he grappled with persistent injuries, preventing him from settling in the Spanish capital.

However, shortly after announcing his retirement, Hazard has been presented with an intriguing opportunity to return to the pitch. The prospect of a comeback in London could be enticing for him.

As reported by the Mirror, West Ham United’s coach, Kevin Nolan, is willing to offer Hazard a trial at the London-based club. He expressed on talkSPORT:

“I’d have the Hazard of Chelsea at West Ham, yeah. I’m sure if he wanted to come and trial, we’d, I mean, I’d certainly be willing to. I don’t know about the gaffer [David Moyes]. But I’d certainly want to trial him!”

Former Real Madrid star offered a trial immediately after retirement At 32, Hazard might still have a year or two of quality football left in him. It’s a somber conclusion to a career marked by injuries, with the majority of his last four years spent on the sidelines.

A brief stint at West Ham United could provide him with an opportunity to prove his top-level capabilities once more. Familiarity with life in London, having spent seven years at Chelsea, could be a plus for the Belgian.

However, it’s challenging to imagine Hazard emerging from retirement for a trial at West Ham United. He had multiple offers on the table in the summer but chose to retire, suggesting that he has a compelling reason for his decision.