Date Eden Hazard could make Chelsea return decision amid free transfer

Former Chelsea star Eden Hazard, once regarded as one of the world’s best players during his time at Stamford Bridge, is set to make his return to football. After leaving Chelsea for Real Madrid in 2019, his time at the Santiago Bernabeu was plagued by injury issues, resulting in the termination of his contract in the summer of 2023. Hazard is now a free agent and available for a potential return to football.

Despite speculation about a possible return to Chelsea, Hazard is set to feature in a charity match later in the month. However, due to squad registration restrictions, any potential signing for Chelsea would have to wait until the January transfer window. Clubs are required to submit their 25-player squad by mid-September, which cannot be changed, but Under-21 players are exempt from this rule.

If Hazard were to return to Chelsea, he would have to wait until the January transfer window to make his debut. This could potentially happen in the FA Cup’s third round proper in the new year or in the Premier League against Fulham at Stamford Bridge on January 13. Hazard has not ruled out continuing his playing career or considering retirement. The possibility of his return to Stamford Bridge remains to be seen.