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'Hazard has had no luck at Real Madrid' - Martinez insists out-of-form winger is still 'essential' for Belgium

The man who coaches the Blancos star at international level is hoping he will rediscover his best form at Euro 2020

Eden Hazard has had no luck at Real Madrid, according to Roberto Martinez, who has insisted that the out-of-form winger is still "essential" for Belgium.

Hazard has struggled to live up to expectations at Real since moving to Santiago Bernabeu from Chelsea for €100 million (£86m/$121m) in the summer of 2019.

The 2020-21 season was another disappointing one for the 30-year-old as injuries continued to limit his overall contribution, but Martinez is optimistic he can get back to his best at the European Championships.