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Fans tell Eden Hazard he is 'the reason they fell in love with the game' and brand him 'the best dribbler the Premier League has ever seen', as supporters pay homage to Belgian after retiring at 32

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Football fans have shared their praise for 'one of the greatest' Premier League footballers of all time on social media and claimed Eden Hazard is 'the reason they fell in love with the game'.

Earlier today, the Belgian international announced his retirement from professional football via a post on social media.

The 32-year-old has been without a club since he was released by Spanish giants Real Madrid in the summer, having made just 76 appearances for the club.

Former team-mates and football stars poured in their tributes for the former Chelsea player, with Juan Mata calling him 'one of the best' and Frank Lampard saying: 'It was a pleasure to play with you.