Former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton believes Eden Hazard is the best performing player in Europe.

Sutton thinks Hazard can justify Maurizio Sarri's claim as the best player on the continent by leading the Blues to Premier League this season and the Champions League next term.

The former Chelsea striker said: “Eden Hazard is without question the most in-form player in Europe.

Whether he can dethrone Messi and Ronaldo depends on where his displays take Chelsea.

“Inspire them to the league title this season and a serious tilt at the Champions League the following year, then Hazard will justify his manager's claim."