Chelsea legend Eden Hazard has showered praise on one of the club’s teenage sensations after
his eye-catching performance in the Blues’ Premier League opener against Crystal Palace, a clash that ended in a frustrating 0-0 draw at Stamford Bridge.
Hazard: “At just 19, he’s fearless, composed, and already playing with the maturity of an experienced defender. Chelsea truly have a special talent in their squad.”
The Belgian icon, who knows what it means to shine as a youngster in blue, was full of admiration for the teenager’s confidence under pressure and his ability to read the game traits that stood out in an otherwise difficult night for Chelsea.
Supporters quickly took to social media to echo Hazard’s words, hailing the academy graduate as a potential long-term cornerstone of Enzo Maresca’s system.
Many fans even called him the “future leader of Chelsea’s backline,” praising his energy, defensive resilience, and calmness on the ball.
Despite Chelsea’s failure to find a breakthrough against Palace, Hazard’s comments have shifted the spotlight onto the youngster’s rapid rise.
From being a name on the academy sheet to receiving praise from one of the club’s greatest ever players, the 19-year-old’s journey is quickly becoming a story of inspiration.
Could this be the season Chelsea unearth their next homegrown superstar?
