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'He can be the best in the world' - Jorginho praises Chelsea teammate Hazard

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho says teammate Eden Hazard has the potential to become the best player in the world.

The Belgian forward has thrived for the Blues this season after being deployed in a false nine position by new Blues boss Maurizio Sarri.

The 27-year-old has moved ahead of strikers Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud in the pecking order and has responded with 12 goals and a further nine assists.

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Hazard’s contract at Stamford Bridge expires in 2020 and he remains unsure over whether to sign an extension or seek a dream move to Real Madrid.