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Real Madrid sending out-of-favour forward on loan an option for the summer – report
Eden Hazard is closing in on completing four years at Real Madrid, and it is safe to say that nobody envisioned this is how things would go for the Belgian when he made the move from Chelsea.
From arriving overweight and unfit in the summer of 2019, to picking up one injury after another, the former wing-wizard has never got going at the Santiago Bernabeu. The fact that he has not played a single El Clasico despite being in Madrid for four years is telling.
Hazard has fallen completely out of favour under Carlo Ancelotti this season and has not made a league appearance since way back in September. His last game was in January – a Copa del Rey match against minnows Cacereno.
Given that he is one of the highest earners at the club, Real Madrid are hoping to get rid of Hazard in the summer. Although, finding suitors for him could be an issue, especially considering his steep wages.
So, according to AS, Real Madrid would be open to the option of loaning Hazard out for the next season and paying a part of his salary.
Los Blancos are looking to shed some weight from their wage bill and see the Belgian’s exit, even if it is on loan with them bearing some portion of his salary, as a viable option.
Recently, when quizzed about the future of former Belgium captain, manager Ancelotti appeared non-committal. as he said: “For next year I have the players that the club puts at my disposal.”
However, despite his situation, the former Belgian international, whose contract expires in 2024, is keen on remaining at the Santiago Bernabeu for one more year as he is still hoping to turn things around.
Only time will tell how things develop on this front as Real Madrid look to bring an end to their partnership with Hazard, even as the player pushes for continuity.
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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.
