Eden Hazard made a big announcement. He revealed that he's retiring from football. After leaving Real Madrid in the summer, he had trouble finding the right European club, and he felt it was the right time to say goodbye to his playing career.
Football stars from around the world took to social media to pay tribute to the 32-year-old, who once lit up the field with his incredible skills playing for Chelsea.
Juan Mata: "Oh how I enjoyed playing with this guy... One of the best. Enjoy your new chapter my friend, you deserve it, thanks for bringing your joy to football."
Frank Lampard: "Congratulations. What talent, and what a career. It was a pleasure to play with you, and you are a top man in every way. Good luck with what comes next."
Kylian Mbappe: "The great Eden, thank you."
Thibaut Courtois: "Thank you for everything my friend!"
Willian: "It was a huge pleasure to play with you my brother, may God continue blessing your life. Thank you for everything love you bro!!!"
Bruno Fernandes: "Thanks for all the good moments you gave to the world of football. All the real fans of this beautiful sport enjoyed watching you."
Danny Drinkwater: "Was a short period we spent together bro... but it was an honour! True magician. All the best."
In his Instagram post, Hazard didn't say what he plans to do next. We'll have to wait and see if he decides to come back to football in some role, like becoming a manager or joining a technical team in the future.
