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Carragher insists Hazard has outgrown Chelsea

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher says Eden Hazard has outgrown Chelsea.

For victory over West Ham, Hazard scored twice including a brilliant opener as the Blues moved back into the Premier League top four with a vital three points.

"To be honest I don't think you can ever stop that (speculation around Real Madrid)," Carragher said on Sky Sports Monday Night Football after the game.

"Most players see that as the pinnacle, it's happened at both our clubs, United and Liverpool , and I agree it's sad in terms of not watching them week in, week out.

"But I almost feel like Hazard has to play for a Real Madrid or a Barcelona .

"He's that good that there are some players you think just have to play at that level.

"No disrespect, but I think Hazard's too good for Chelsea right now.

"I just think he's that good a player.

"With Hazard, I think he's one of the best players in the world and I think the best players in the world play at your Real Madrid's and your Barcelona's.

"At this moment, Chelsea aren't. He's won leagues with them, he hasn't won a Champions League, but I think as an individual player he needs a Real Madrid on his CV to finish that career."

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