Chelsea ace Eden Hazard has made his want for more game time clear following his match-winning role off the bench in Chelsea’s 3-2 win against Arsenal yesterday afternoon.
This is according to The Sun, who state that the Belgian isn’t happy with the current situation surrounding his playing time.
As per the Sun, Hazard said “It is better to be on the pitch than the bench. I think he’s the kind of manager who wants to have control on the ball. I just want to play and have the ball at my feet”
The Belgian superstar was subbed on just after the hour mark against Arsenal and proved to be the decisive factor in Chelsea’s victory.
In the 81st minute after skipping past Hector Bellerin and Alexandre Lacazette, Hazard found Alonso in the penalty area who stroked the ball through Petr Cech’s legs, a goal that ended up proving to be the winner come full time.
Hazard also praised Sarri’s attacking style of play after the game in his post-match interview:
"He's the kind of manager who wants control of the ball. He's a great manager."
Eden Hazard is full of praise for the attacking style of play Maurizio Sarri has already introduced to Chelsea.
Two games ??
Two wins ??
Six goals ?
1st in the league ?? @DesKellyBTS pic.twitter.com/dhZ5VkVrof
— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) August 18, 2018
Here are new manager Maurizio Sarri’s thoughts on the Belgians playing time from his post-match press conference:
Sarri on Hazard: 'He's a great player, but I think in this moment he's not able to play 90 mins.' #CHEARS pic.twitter.com/xrUHHaERIz
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 18, 2018
Chelsea fans will be full of delight knowing that their number 10 is back to his best for the Blues.
Hazard’s superstar quality could prove to be pivotal, as the Blues look to secure a top four finish following last season’s underwhelming performance in the league.