Eden Hazard: Dynamic Attacker Will Erupt vs. Premier League Competition

Eden Hazard will join Chelsea next season and immediately become one of the English Premier League's superior talents.

Hazard's teammates on the Belgian national team sure think so.

In an interview with Sky Sports News, Belgian, and Arsenal defender, Thomas Vermaelen had this to say about Hazard's Premier League potential:

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He is a great player with a lot of special qualities. I think he is a player people go to the stadiums for. People will love him and love watching him playing football, so I think he is a good player for the Premier League."

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Sunderland goalkeeper and Hazard's fellow countryman, Simon Mignolet, confirmed Vermaelen's sentiments in the same Sky Sports News interview:

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I think Eden has the qualities and talent to play in England. On his day, he can make the difference for his team. It is a big step from Lille to Chelsea and he is going to be under some pressure, especially with the money that has been spent, but I think he is a good player and if he is on his day, he can do a good job for Chelsea.

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Hazard is extremely respected by his peers, and feared by opponents because of his devastating array of abilities.

Let's take a look at Hazard's game, and why he will excel on the Premier League stage.

Hazard's Playing Style

Hazard is a whirling dervish on the pitch, maneuvering his way past any defender who chooses to stand in his way. He is fast, elusive and stronger than you think.

A low center of gravity makes Hazard difficult to dispossess and even tougher to keep track of. He plays with outstanding pace and is always thinking one step ahead of the opposition.

He scored 20 goals and racked up 15 assists for Lille this season. He was a consistent presence in the offensive end and aggressive—racking up 106 total shots.

Hazard's confidence will give him an advantage as he adapts to his new surroundings. He is not afraid of big moments, and does not back down from any player.

At 21years old, Hazard has nowhere to go but up. He has a tremendously high ceiling and a dazzling penchant for brilliant moments.

Hazard will captivate Stamford Bridge crowds and send a shudder through every defensive unit that crosses paths with the Blues.

Why Will Hazard Excel?

The only real weakness in Hazard's game is his questionable focus and work rate. Against Premier League competition, Hazard will play the most focused football of his young career.

Hazard has spent the past three seasons staking his claim as Ligue 1's most exciting player. He had nothing left to prove there, and decided to move on to greener pastures.

Now, in his first year with the Blues, Hazard will have everything to prove. The English Premier League's competition will be stiffer, and expectations will be higher. Management will expect Hazard's production to justify his significant salary, and Chelsea fans will expect excitement.

Hazard's big personality will fit into this situation perfectly. He has enjoyed award-winning success in his young career, and is not afraid of facing large expectations.

He will blow up with the Blues. Whether he lines up in the attacking midfield, or at striker, he will be a true force of nature.

With Hazard's best years ahead of him, the Premier League better buckle up.