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Real Madrid have accepted that mega-money flop will stay for one more year
A recent report from Diario AS has offered an update on the future of Eden Hazard. Ironically, there is no update at all and to Real Madrid’s misfortune, it appears the player is set to stay at Santiago Bernabeu next season.
The report points out that there is no viable option for Real Madrid to get rid of Hazard. The possibility of including him in a swap deal involving Harry Kane was mooted, but that is unlikely to evolve anytime soon.
Hazard has had offers from a host of clubs across the world, including Saudi Arabia. But he is not considering any of them and wants to remain at the Bernabeu until the end of his contract, which expires in the summer of 2024.
It appears the Belgian wants to follow the Gareth Bale route and is willing to stay at the club despite his lack of opportunities in the first team.
The only way Real Madrid can get rid of Hazard this summer is if the club pay for the player’s salary for the remainder of his contract. But that will not be an economically prudent move, as the club would require a large chunk of funds in order to terminate the contract.
Real Madrid, therefore, have accepted the fact that Hazard is going to stay at the club next season. The Merengues, though, won’t put too much thought into the Belgian’s future for now and are likely to shift their focus on Karim Benzema.
The Frenchman is reportedly closer to leaving the Bernabeu after a blockbuster offer from Saudi Arabia. With Marco Asensio also on the verge of leaving the club, Real Madrid could be in for a major rejig in the attacking department next season.
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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.
