Sarri: Hazard Is No Leader

Maurizio Sarri has stated that Chelsea winger, Eden Hazard is not a leader, after complaining about the lack of motivation in his side.

The Chelsea gaffer slammed his team for their lack of motivation in their defeat against Arsenal, questioning their desire to compete at the top level.

Sarri went on to suggest that Chelsea lack leadership and they need an “old head or a new signing ” to motivate the squad.

Sarri was questioned further on the subject on Wednesday and the Chelsea boss cited Cesar Azpilicueta and David Luiz as potential leaders for the team, though turned heads by stating Hazard is not on that list.

“He’s more of an individual player than a leader,” Sarri said.

“He’s very important for us, of course, because he’s a great player. He can win a match in two minutes, sometimes one minute.

“He is one of the best in the world, but at this moment he is not a leader.”

Sarri revealed that the 28-year-old has still not decided on his long-term future, stating: “No, no news. I know very well that he is discussing with the club, but I don’t know anything else at the moment.

“I think that he has not decided yet if he wants to stay here or if he wants a new experience in another club. I don’t know exactly the situation, but I think that Eden, at the moment, doesn’t know the final choice.”