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Eden Hazard Reveals Which African Legend Helped Him

Eden Hazard Reveals Which African Legend Helped Him

Drogba & Hazard

Chelsea superstar Eden Hazard, who has been going through a dip in form of late, has revealed that African legend Didier Drogba has helped him throughout.

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The 25-year-old has scored only one goal for the Blues since May 2015, and has struggled with fitness and form this season. but can continue to count on the the support of the former Ivory Coast captain.

"(Drogba) has always backed me," Hazard told The Guardian.

"I'm not sure whether he'd ever experienced periods like that in his career, but I've always considered him a bit like a big brother.

"He's there for me, whether it's a text message or a phone call, and he's helped raise my spirits. But I've never doubted myself."

The Belgium star admitted he is not the most vocal leader at the club, but added that he tries to inspire through his performances.

"I've never been one to deliver speeches in the dressing room, like a John Terry, Frank Lampard or Drogba," he added.

"But I've always tried to lead in my own way on the field: demanding the ball, trying to make a difference.

"The day I'm 100% again, I'm convinced Chelsea will perform better too. It's up to me to raise my level again."

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Hazard was the 2014/15 Premier League Player of the Season, but has only assisted three goals in 22 league games in this campaign.

Following their 1-1 draw against Manchester United on Sunday, Chelsea now sit 23 points behind Premier League leaders Leicester and 17 behind the Champions League spots.

Do you think Hazard can help Chelsea climb up the Premier League table? Have your say in the comments section below.

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