Hazard deal goes cold thanks to FIFA... And Real Madrid Real Madrid Unsure after form of Vinicius and Rodrygo's arrival

A potential transfer to take Eden Hazard to Real Madrid looks less likely than ever at present, with a number of factors completely changing the complex of the situation of late.

Now, the deal looks dead, putting the Chelsea forward on edge, given that he as starting to see himself in white come the summer.

The latest setback came in the form of Chelsea's punishment from FIFA, forbidding them from signing for two transfer windows after breaking regulations by signing a number of players under 18 years old.

The same happened to Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid, but Chelsea now face being without signings until June 30, 2020, and it seems unlikely they'd allow their best player to depart without being able to replace him.

Chelsea counted in being able to sell him next summer to make a profit, given that his contract expires in 2020, but this sanction could change that expectation completely.

Until now, Hazard has refused to negotiate a new deal and has not been on the market, given that Chelsea were adamant they would complicate any potential expert.

The English side are working day and night to be able to appeal and still make signings in the summer to rebuild their side, which would give them the chance to sell Hazard to Real Madrid.

Los Blancos are considering a move

The problem for Hazard is that Real Madrid do not see his signing clearly, despite the sporting management and board all being keen.

The surge to form of Vinicius Junior and the imminent arrival of Rodrygo have put the brakes onto the operation which looked almost certain only a few months ago.

The Spanish side have the benefit that Hazard wants to sign for them, but he is in no hurry and has decided to go wait until the end of the current season to take a decision.

Results this season, with titles always delaying revolutions, and the disappointing performance of some key players, like Isco and Gareth Bale, will have a clear impact on the sporting planning for next season.

However, Madrid feel well covered in his position with the two young Brazilians and Marco Asensio, removing the urgency from the operation.

The decision will be taken after the season ends, in June, when every option will be considered, and a cheap deal given his contract expiring in 2020 could work in his favour as it did for Thibaut Courtois.

He will stay at Chelsea, sign for Madrid or renew and for now, anything is possible.