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Chelsea boss Conte says Hazard will see Leicester action

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says Eden Hazard will see action against Leicester City.

Hazard missed the opening weeks of the season due to a lack of fitness after undergoing ankle surgery at the end of last season.

But he appeared twice as a substitute for Belgium in their recent international fixtures and Antonio Conte said: "Now he is available, he is in the list for the squad.

"He is improving a lot, he is working very strong to be ready. Now I can count on him.

"I have to decide the right minutes, but he is available now.

"When there is a bad injury and surgery, it is normal to pay attention to his recovery.

"Don't forget he is an important player for us, to play soon."

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