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Eden Hazard 'moves more intelligently' on the pitch since his injuries says Christian Benteke

Eden Hazard has been forced to adapt his game due to his injuries in recent seasons, according to international team-mate Christian Benteke.

The Belgian has struggled with injuries since his £98m move from Chelsea to Real Madrid back in 2019.

Hazard has also struggled for form and though he has been fit and available this season, Carlo Ancelotti has often decided to start other players ahead of him.

Eden Hazard has been forced to adapt his game due to a number of injuries at Real Madrid

Crystal Palace striker Benteke though believes Hazard now 'moves more intelligently' on the pitch.

As reported by Diario AS, he said: 'Hazard has a history of important injuries and now he avoids more contact in his game.