Chelsea legend Eden Hazard has been inducted into the Premier League Corridor of Fame.
He’s the twenty sixth participant to be added and has been chosen alongside Gary Neville as the 2 former gamers chosen for induction this 12 months by the 24 present Corridor of Fame members.
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Hazard was named the Premier League’s participant of the season in 2014-15 and was additionally the membership’s participant of the season 4 occasions throughout seven years at Stamford Bridge.
He gained the Premier League twice, scoring 85 occasions and registering 54 assists in 245 appearances within the division between 2012 and 2019.
“It means quite a bit to affix the Premier League Corridor of Fame,” Hazard stated on his induction. “I am very proud to affix this group of gamers and I believe we may make an excellent squad!
“I grew up taking part in soccer for enjoyable, with my brothers within the again backyard, however my dream was at all times to play on the highest degree.
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“I simply needed to have enjoyable on the pitch and entertain the followers who purchased tickets or watched on TV. Being recognised on this method is particular for me and my household. My mother and father had been each footballers and now my youngsters love the sport too.”
Jose Mourinho, who was Chelsea supervisor when Hazard gained his first title in 2014-15, added: “All people is aware of that you simply belong there. You’re one of the superb gamers that I ever labored with and naturally it’s important to be there.
“You’re within the Corridor of Fame so now you keep in our recollections – and by the way in which thanks a lot for serving to to win my final Premier League title!”