Transfer News : CR7 and Eden Hazard Retire (not at the same time), Kubo Between Real Madrid and MU
CR7 and Eden Hazard Retire But Not at the Same Time Cristiano Ronaldo has a plan for the future, and it doesn’t involve retirement anytime soon. At 38 years old, the Portuguese star wants to keep playing, and he has set his sights on a potential retirement year: 2027. This extended timeline would allow him to participate in the 2026 World Cup, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
« I love football still, even at my age. I still love playing, scoring goals, winning matches, and I will continue until my legs tell me it’s over. So far, I feel good, I’m still helping the team, but the most important thing for me is that we won the game (against Al-Ahli), » said Ronaldo when asked about his future.
On the other hand, Eden Hazard has officially announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 32. Despite several clubs wanting to revive his career after leaving Real Madrid last summer, Hazard has decided to hang up his boots. He expressed gratitude to the clubs he played for, including LOSC, Chelsea, and Real Madrid, as well as the Belgian national team.
Manchester United and Real Madrid Competing for Takefusa Kubo Manchester United is gearing up to compete with Real Madrid for the acquisition of Japanese winger Takefusa Kubo. The 22-year-old has shone in La Liga this season, scoring five goals and providing an assist in his first eight matches for Real Sociedad. Manchester United is eyeing Kubo as a potential replacement for Jadon Sancho, who is likely to be sold next winter. Interestingly, Real Madrid signed Kubo in 2019 but loaned him out for several seasons before selling him to Real Sociedad last summer.
Lionel Messi’s Potential Loan to Inter Miami or Saudi Arabia Lionel Messi may not play for a while as Inter Miami, which will not make the playoffs, is considering loaning him out. The possibility of a loan to Saudi Arabia is also being mentioned. Lionel Messi is an ambassador for Saudi Arabia. While there is interest from various quarters, FC Barcelona is categorical about Messi’s return due to financial constraints related to La Liga’s financial fair play regulations. The situation has put an end to speculation about Messi’s return to Barcelona. Tata Martino, Inter Miami’s coach, humorously commented on the situation, suggesting that Messi’s return to Barcelona might be for a leisurely visit.
Mateu Alemany’s Moves Mateu Alemany, the former sporting director of FC Barcelona, left the club in the summer and has been exploring new opportunities. He reportedly offered his services to Paris Saint-Germain twice in the last three months, among other offers from clubs like Tottenham and Napoli. However, it appears that Alemany is leaning towards joining Atlético Madrid, a somewhat less direct rival to Barcelona.