Rudiger deems Hazard 'untouchable'
Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger has praised teammate Eden Hazard, saying he is "an example to the rest of us".
Hazard has proved his world-class ability with six goals already this season in the Premier League, earning plaudits from all over Europe.
Rudiger, speaking to 'Standard Sport' after Chelseas's win over MOL Vidi in the Europa League, insisted the Belgian is the first name on the team sheet for Maurizio Sarri.
The Germany international remarked: "Everyone has to fight for their place in this team. No one’s place is safe, apart from Hazard.
"He is safe, I am sure about that! He is an example to the rest of us.
"We should not underestimate anyone and must keep going. Our aim has to be to go through to the next round in first place in the group."
Chelsea travel to Southampton on Sunday as they look to extend their unbeaten run in the league.