I want Mourinho to be at the top again, Hazard says

Chelsea star Eden Hazard has revealed his admiration for the former Chelsea manager and current Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho.

He shared how he sent him a text message after his dismissal from Stamford Bridge and how he hopes Mourinho can be at the top again.

Speaking with BBC’ football focus, the 25-year old said about his former boss:

“I sent him a message just to say goodluck.”

“I hope he can win some games – but not too much because we want Chelsea to be champions!

“I want him to be at the top again.”

Mourinho has been having a difficult time since he took over United this season, and much is expected from the special one.

Hazard also pointed to the hip injury he struggled with under Mourinho as the real reason he was dropped by his former boss.

“I’m playing without pain,” the Belgium international said.

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“Last year was complicated. Some people didn’t believe it but I played with an injury for a long time.

“I was never 100 per cent, and when you’re not completely fit it’s hard to play at your best. But I had a good break after the Euros, a good pre-season, and was ready.

“Liberated, yes. It feels like that sometimes, being injury-free and if a system brings the best out of you.”

Hazard has hit seven goals for Antonio Conte’s side already this campaign, helping the Blues to the top of the Premier League table.
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