Football news - Eden Hazard ‘happy’ to see out career with Chelsea

ByPete Sharland

Updated 19/10/2018 at 14:43 GMT

Chelsea forward Eden Hazard has said that he would be happy to see out the remainder of his career with the Blues.

Hazard, 27, recently sparked speculation over his future when he spoke about how it would be a ‘dream’ to play for European champions Real Madrid.

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The Belgian’s contract is due to expire at the end of the 2019/2020 season and talks are reportedly yet to commence on a new deal.

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However speaking to Sky Sports ahead of the Premier League clash with Manchester United Hazard cooled that speculation by speaking highly about his current team.

"I can finish with Chelsea," Hazard said.

No problem at all. I am very happy with this club, with the team, my family is happy here.

"So If I don't go to Spain, it is not a problem. I love the fans - I think the fans love me! What happens in the future, I will be happy, so that's it."

Eden Hazard

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The news will be a relief for Chelsea who are reportedly desperate to keep Hazard at the club and plan to make him the best paid player in the club’s history.

Hazard, who joined Chelsea in 2012, has started the season in excellent form with seven goals in the first eight Premier League matches.

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