Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti insists he's counting on Eden Hazard.
Ancelotti has discussed the Belgian's standing and explained that he prefers other options right now, as evidenced by the fact he selected Rodrygo for El Clasico, with the Brazilian responding with an assist.
"Hazard is ready, but his problem right now is that he has a coach who prefers other players, which can happen in a squad like this one," Ancelotti said at his Tuesday press conference.
"The important thing is that he stays motivated and works hard so that he can play again, and he is doing that.
"His time will come. I'm convinced he'll be back to his best at some point this season.
"He just needs to put up with this situation for now, as sometimes the coach can prefer other players."