Eden Hazard Wins Europa League, Hints at Chelsea Exit
Eden Hazard has likely played his last game for Chelsea, scoring twice in the Blues' 4-1 Europa League win over Arsenal on May 29, 2019.
The Belgian footballer led Chelsea to the Europa League title with a dominant performance.
He scored two goals in the final, securing the win for Chelsea.
Hazard's comments after the game suggested he may be leaving Chelsea.
He said "I think it's a goodbye" when asked about his future with the club.
A decision on his future is expected to be announced in the coming days.
Hazard has been linked to a move to Real Madrid, with reports suggesting the deal could be announced soon.
The Spanish club, led by manager Zinedine Zidane, is rumored to be Hazard's next destination.
Hazard's current contract with Chelsea ends in 2020, but he has expressed a desire for a new challenge.
He has made 352 appearances for Chelsea, scoring 110 goals and providing 92 assists.
AS reported that Hazard's move to Real Madrid would be announced a few days after the Europa League final.
Hazard's departure would be a significant loss for Chelsea, but the club may receive a substantial transfer fee.
The fee for Hazard's transfer could be around £100 million, according to reports.
Hazard's future will be decided soon, with the player and clubs involved in talks.
And the outcome will have a significant impact on Chelsea's plans for next season.
But for now, Hazard is celebrating his Europa League win with Chelsea.
So the focus is on the present, with the future to be decided soon.
Hazard's comments after the game were telling, with the player clearly emotional about his potential departure.
He said "my dream was to play in the Premier League and I have done that for one of the biggest clubs".
The Europa League win was a fitting end to Hazard's time at Chelsea, if it is indeed his last game.
The final score was 4-1, with Hazard scoring two goals and providing an assist.
The game was played on May 29, 2019, at the Olympic Stadium in Baku, Azerbaijan.