Thorgan Hazard Set to Return to RC Lens After 14 Years

Move to Boyhood Club Nears Completion

Thorgan Hazard, 33, is close to rejoining the side he left for Chelsea FC over a decade and a half ago, according to Foot Mercato. The publication’s journalist Sébastien Denis reports that all details are settled and the winger will travel to northern France in the coming days. This deal would make him the second new arrival for RC Lens this window, following the signing of Michaël Cuisance.

New Lens Signing Context

RC Lens already finalised a deal with 26‑year‑old midfielder Michaël Cuisance, who arrived from Hertha BSC as a direct replacement for captain Adrien Thomasson. Hazard became a free agent when his contract with RSC Anderlecht expired at the end of the 2025/26 season. The north‑French club is adding depth with this experienced attacker ahead of the next campaign.

Final Anderlecht Season Stats

Despite entering the twilight of his career, Hazard delivered a strong finish at RSC Anderlecht last term. He appeared in 46 matches across all competitions, scoring 15 goals and contributing 11 assists. Those numbers explain why Lens consider him a valuable asset for the upcoming season.

Reporting Sources

Foot Mercato’s Sébastien Denis broke the news on X, and the Belgian outlet GFFN along with journalist Nick Hartland have highlighted the development. The consensus among the sources is that the move is essentially complete, pending Hazard’s travel to France for a medical and final paperwork.