Pundit on Chelsea: This player is exactly what Roman Abramovich wants at Stamford Bridge

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Phil Thompson hails Chelsea star Eden Hazard

The Belgium international is back to his best under Antonio Conte after a disastrous campaign individually last season.

He's scored nine goals and provided three assists to help guide Chelsea to top of the Premier League table.

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Eden Hazard is everything Roman Abramovich wants from his players

And pundit Thompson believes Hazard is everything Chelsea over Roman Abramovich wants from a player.

When asked for Chelsea's most influential player, Thompson told Sky Sports: "I would still stay Eden Hazard.

"I know Costa is scoring the goals but for me Hazard has got his mojo back.

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"He's got his pace and personality back and he's back to the form his was in before last season.

"He's everything Roman Abramovich wants from his side, getting you off your seats when he gets the ball. At Chelsea that's very important thing. He's just been wonderful."

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