- Eden Hazard returns to Chelsea training for the first time after his injury
- The Belgian fractured his ankle while away on international duty in June
- The former Lille man played a key role to help Antonio Conte's men clinch the EPL title last season
Chelsea have been handed a huge boost following Eden Hazard's return to training after suffering form a long-term injury.
The Belgian who has been out for the Blues since June, returned to training for the first time after he fractured his ankle while away on international duty.
READ ALSO: Ronaldo, 2 others in UEFA Player of the Year award shortlist (full list)
The 26-year-old missed Chelsea's Community shield game against Arsenal and their opening league fixture against Burnley which they both lost.
Eden Hazard training for the first time after his injury. Photo: Jim Bennett.
The former Lille man played a key role to help Antonio Conte's men clinch the Premier League title last season.
PAY ATTENTION: Get the latest sport news on NAIJ.com Sports News
Although Hazard is back to training, he is unlikely to make an appearance for Chelsea in the nearest future as Conte will no be ready to risk him.
Eden Hazard returns to Chelsea training after suffering ankle injury. Photo: Jim Bennett.
NAIJ.com earlier reported that Chelsea are set to splash a mouthwatering £120million for three new signings after a disappointing start to their Premier League campaign.
Meanwhile, NAIJ.com recently asked Nigerians to give their thoughts on Neymar's move to PSG in this video below;