Samuel: 'Chelsea shouldn't let Hazard go'

Real Madrid are reportedly still chasing the signature of Hazard, in what would be a big-money move for the Belgian, though Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri insists any offers will be rejected for his star player. 

Martin Samuel, from the 'Daily Mail' said on 'Sunday Supplement' that "I don't think it is Chelsea's business to make Real Madrid happy so yes they can [deny Hazard a move].

"They are rivals. Chelsea's rivals aren't Fulham or West Ham. Fulham might think Chelsea are their rivals but they are not anymore. Chelsea's rivals are Real Madrid.

"You don't solve Real Madrid's problems any more than you solve Manchester United's problems so it's not a case of can we deny him this dream move. Yes you can because it's not is your business interests to make Real Madrid happy."

Hazard had hinted at a new chapter in his career after his impressive World Cup campaign with Belgium, saying "After six wonderful years at Chelsea it might be time to discover something different. Certainly after this World Cup. I can decide if I want to stay or go, but Chelsea will make the final decision - if they want to let me go. You know my preferred destination."