Thorgan Hazard Returns to RC Lens on Free Transfer Until 2028
Belgian international Thorgan Hazard, 33, has officially returned to RC Lens on a free transfer, signing a two-season contract until 2028. The winger, who trained at Lens and left 14 years ago, joins after a standout season at Anderlecht (15 goals, 11 assists). Lens confirmed the signing on July 13, 2026, as the club prepares for Champions League competition. Hazard brings experience from Borussia Dortmund, PSV, and the Belgian national team (47 caps).
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Thorgan Hazard Returns to Lens on Contract Until 2028
Lens officially announced the signing of 33-year-old Belgian forward Thorgan Hazard from Anderlecht on a contract until 2028. Hazard, a product of Lens' Gaillette academy, returns to the club after a career spanning the Premier League, Bundesliga, Eredivisie, and Belgian Pro League. He has 522 club appearances, 64 European matches, and 47 caps for Belgium. His career highlights include winning the DFB-Pokal with Borussia Dortmund, the KNVB Cup with PSV, and being named Belgian Pro League Player of the Year in 2014. After recovering from a cruciate ligament rupture, he regained form in the 2025/26 season with 13 goals in 36 appearances for Anderlecht. Lens Sporting Director Jean-Louis Leca praised Hazard's experience, leadership, and deep connection to the club as they prepare for a Champions League return.
虎扑 - 足球Thorgan Hazard Returns to RC Lens After 14 Years, Signs Until 2028
Thorgan Hazard, trained at RC Lens and free from any contract, signed with the French club on July 13, 2026, until 2028. The Belgian international (47 caps, 9 goals) returns to Lens 14 years after his first stint, joining the French vice-champions as they prepare for the Champions League. Hazard, 33, left Anderlecht after three seasons (21 goals in 98 matches) and scored 15 goals with 11 assists last season. He previously played for Chelsea (no matches), Zulte Waregem, Borussia Mönchengladbach (182 matches in five seasons), Dortmund (German Cup winner 2021), and PSV Eindhoven (Dutch Cup winner 2023). Lens sporting director Jean-Louis Leca praised his experience, reading of the game, passing quality, and leadership. Hazard will wear the number 9 jersey.
Home Football - actualitésRC Lens Officially Signs Thorgan Hazard on Free Transfer
RC Lens has officially announced the signing of Belgian attacking midfielder Thorgan Hazard as a free agent, following the end of his contract at Anderlecht. The 33-year-old, who trained at Lens and made 16 first-team appearances in the 2011-2012 season before joining Chelsea, returns to the club after 14 years. Hazard, a Belgian international with 47 caps and 9 goals, has also played for Borussia Mönchengladbach, Borussia Dortmund, and PSV Eindhoven. He signed a two-season contract after a successful campaign with Anderlecht, where he scored 13 goals and provided 7 assists in 36 league matches. Lens also announced contract extensions for goalkeepers Mathieu Gorgelin and Régis Gurtner until 2027.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuThorgan Hazard Returns to RC Lens After 14 Years
Thorgan Hazard has made a notable return to Ligue 1 by signing with RC Lens, the club where he was trained, 14 years after leaving. The 33-year-old Belgian international, brother of Eden Hazard, has committed to a two-season contract with the Sang et Or. Hazard joins Lens after a highly successful season with Anderlecht, where he scored 15 goals and provided 11 assists. With 47 caps and 9 goals for Belgium, and experience at top clubs including Borussia Dortmund and PSV, Hazard is expected to bring creativity, versatility, and experience to Lens's offensive lineup. The transfer was first reported by Foot Mercato days before the official announcement, and Lens confirmed the signing via social media on July 13, 2026. Hazard becomes one of Lens's first major offensive reinforcements of the summer transfer window as the club prepares for European competition.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertRC Lens: Everything Finalized for Thorgan Hazard's Return
According to Foot Mercato, RC Lens has finalized the return of Belgian international Thorgan Hazard, 14 years after his departure from the club. The 33-year-old winger, who had a prolific season with Anderlecht (15 goals and 11 assists), has agreed to a two-season contract with the Ligue 1 side. Hazard, brother of Eden Hazard, is expected to arrive in Artois in the coming days to strengthen Lens' attack. The transfer had been rumored since late April but had gone quiet, raising fan questions. This signing is described as the first of several reinforcements planned by Lens this summer.
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