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Real Madrid plan to offload Belgian international at the end of the season
Real Madrid are bracing itself for a summer of change. With the club facing immense pressure to sort out the contract situations of multiple players, many are expecting a series of departures from Santiago Bernabeu in the coming summer.
One of the players who is poised to leave the Spanish capital is Eden Hazard. The Belgian attacker has fallen out of favour completely under Carlo Ancelotti and has no place in the side after years of underperformance.
Since joining the club in 2019, Hazard has scored only seven goals in 73 competitive matches for Real Madrid. Injuries have not helped his cause either, ultimately resulting in him falling behind in the pecking order.
In light of his struggles, Real Madrid intend to offload Eden Hazard at the end of the season. That is the club’s number one plan with the forward in the coming summer, according to Fabrizio Romano (h/t Madrid Xtra).
The Italian journalist adds that Real Madrid’s plans will not alter under any circumstances, as long as Ancelotti is in charge. The Italian’s exit, though, may lead to a slight alteration of plans, especially if the new manager likes the Belgian.
While Ancelotti’s job seemed safe not more than a few months ago, the Italian’s future at Bernabeu has appeared quite doubtful in recent weeks, especially amid poor performances and constant links to the Brazilian national team.
Ancelotti himself has started to doubt Real Madrid’s faith in him. The Italian tactician himself believes he could leave Santiago Bernabeu if the club fail to deliver anything come the end of the season.
Ancelotti’s departure could work in favour of Hazard, who may have a surprising last opportunity to make an impression under the potential new manager. However, given the club’s immediate need to generate new capital, it will be favourable for Real Madrid to offload Hazard in the summer, considering the player’s contract expires in 2024.
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Carlos Espi reacts after scoring match-winning goal in Elche 2-3 Real Madrid: ‘Starting like this is a dream’
Carlos Espi is becoming Real Madrid’s unlikely late-game specialist.
The 21-year-old once again came off the bench to rescue Jose Mourinho’s side, this time scoring the 91st-minute winner in a dramatic 3-2 victory over Elche.
It was his second goal for the club, and both have arrived at crucial moments.
Speaking to Real Madrid TV after the match, Espi could barely contain his excitement.
“I’m so happy—the happiest man in the world. I try to help the team any way I can, and every time I step onto the field, I give it my all and come away feeling great.
“Starting like this has been a dream. This isn’t over yet; we’re going to keep going because we have Sunday’s match coming up.
Carlos Espi winning goal in Elche vs Real Madrid game. Mbappe assist. pic.twitter.com/STJBV3ikQL
— Daily Foot Vibes (@dailyfootvibes) September 16, 2026
“This is a team effort. All of us who take the field make the most of our opportunities and give it our all,” he began.
Espi keeps making his minutes count
There is a growing pattern to Espi’s involvement. Even though he has yet to start a match for the first team, that has not stopped him from making an impact.
His first goal arrived against Espanyol in Real Madrid’s opening game, when another late strike helped secure the result.
Against Elche, he was required again after Real Madrid surrendered a two-goal lead and suddenly found themselves in serious trouble.
Espi eventually appeared at the back post in the 91st minute and finished the move to give Mourinho’s team all three points.
The youngster shared the credit with his teammates, but he also had special praise for the player who supplied his decisive moment.
That assist came from Kylian Mbappe, whose presence has made Espi’s route into the starting XI particularly difficult.
“It’s unbelievable—it’s crazy to watch him train and play. In this case, he set me up for the goal, and I’m very happy for him, too.”
First Madrid derby already has Espi excited
The timing of Espi’s latest contribution could hardly be more interesting, as Real Madrid now face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, giving the forward an opportunity to experience his first Madrid derby.
“I’m really looking forward to it—I’m so excited. It’s my first derby here, and we’re going to go for it.”
For Mourinho, Espi is a useful option when matches become chaotic. He may not yet be a regular starter, but his two appearances on the scoresheet have carried considerably more weight than the minutes he has played.
