“That’s funny because he’s rejected six teams, t**t” – Ex-Chelsea and Real Madrid star Eden Hazard’s barber hits back at online troll
Former Chelsea and Real Madrid superstar Eden Hazard has been without a club since tearing up his contract at the Santiago Bernabeu in July.
The Belgian winger has caught flak from fans for this season, with some suggesting that he hasn't been able to attract any good suitors. One fan recently commented on Hazard's Instagram (h/t Sun)
"No one wants to sign you"
A Star Barbers, who has cut Hazard's hair for years, replied:
"That's funny because he's rejected six teams. T**t."
Hazard and his barber share a close relationship, and the player regularly flew him from London to Madrid for a fresh trim. It seems the 32-year-old also keeps him in check about what's going on in his football career.
It's unknown which teams the former Chelsea forward has rejected. His injury record and wages at Real Madrid have the potential to drive away suitors, but from the aforementioned comments, it seems Hazard is still a man in demand.
Hazard is considered an icon at Stamford Bridge, having spent seven years at the club and winning every trophy on offer except the UEFA Champions League. He won the Champions League with Real Madrid in the 2021-22 season.
Hazard wasn't a hit with the Los Blancos faithful, having played a combined 1,438 minutes in La Liga since the start of the 2020-21 campaign. Shortly after leaving Real Madrid, the Belgian said that he had what it takes to still play at the top level.
It remains to be seen if fans see Hazard turning out for a new club this season — and if so, for which one.
Crystal Palace eye shock move for former Real Madrid and Chelsea winger Eden Hazard
Crystal Palace are eyeing a move for former Chelsea and Real Madrid superstar Eden Hazard in what could be one of the transfers of the summer.
Hazard isn't at his best, and injuries have degraded his game, but a player of his profile making the move to Selhurst Park would still grab major headlines.
According to Football Transfers, the Eagles are eager to sign the Belgian this summer. They're excited by the spotlight such a move would garner for Palace, and manager Roy Hodgson is also on board with the idea.
It remains to be seen if Hazard would open to the move, especially in a state where he would find it very difficult to match his legacy with Chelsea. He scored just once in his 12 meetings against the Eagles, who will look to replace the prolific Wilfried Zaha, who moved to Galatasaray.