West Ham United ace Kurt Zouma sends two-word message to Eden Hazard after retirement news
West Ham ace Kurt Zouma has sent a two-word message to Eden Hazard after the latter announced his retirement.
The Belgian has brought an end to his 16-year career, having represented Lille, Chelsea and Real Madrid at club level.
Hazard also made over 100 appearances for the Belgian national team, captaining his nation at Euro 2016 and the 2018 World Cup.
Taking to Instagram to announce his retirement, Hazard posted: “Now is the time to enjoy my loved ones and have new experiences. See you off the field soon my friends.”
Among those sending messages to Hazard following the announcement was Hammers ace Zouma, who posted on Instagram: “True legend.”
Respect
The messages for Hazard have been flooding in since the decision was made, with countless people within the game full of respect for the player’s achievements over the years.
The winger didn’t have a great time towards the end of his lucrative career with Real Madrid, having struggled with form and fitness at the Spanish giants.
His international career with Belgium also ended on a low, but nobody can take away his stunning achievements within the game.
The attacker will go down as one of the greatest players of his generation, having starred for Premier League side Chelsea for several years.
He also earned cult hero status at Lille and for his nation, with Hazard producing several unforgettable moments on the pitch.
West Ham ace Zouma has seen Hazard’s talents up close, having trained and played with the Belgian star while the duo were at Stamford Bridge together, with the defender then leaving the Blues for the Hammers.
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