Real Madrid could use someone like Eden Hazard when football action resumes and it appears that the midfielder is on course to doing so. His manager, Roberto Martinez provided updates on the 29-year-old and it appears he is responding well and that there were no complications following his surgery to repair a fracture in the fibula.
For as long as he stays the course, Hazard could be ready to help out Real if the season resumes. League organizers are confident that they can resume action and finish the current season despite the problems brought about by the coronavirus. However, Hazard is reaping some kind of benefit from the lull since he is getting added rest to properly recover from the recent medical procedure.
In a report from Sky Sports, Martinez was thankful that Hazard had already undergone surgery before the COVID-19 outbreak. He pointed out how it would have been a problem for them since they would need to travel outside Madrid for proper treatment.
“We know he will return stronger. We were also fortunate, of course, to have his surgery take place just before the coronavirus outbreak. Otherwise, he would not be able to travel or be treated outside of Madrid. I have a positive feeling that Eden will be back soon,” Martinez said.
Hazard seemed primed to miss the season because of the surgery. But with the unforeseen break that halted leagues, a resumption of play could still see the midfielder return and help out Los Blancos who are trailing Barcelona by two points. If Hazard can return and play in the remaining 11 games, Real's chances are looking better.
Hazard admits that his first season with Real looks bad although he believes his true worth will be seen in his second season. He points out how this season was a period of adaptation and all eyes will be on him once he settles down next year. If he can play for the remainder of the season, this could help him adjust even more and prepare for a better second year with Los Blancos.
For now, Hazard is one of several soccer icons calling on everyone to stay at home to avoid contracting the COVID-19 virus. Aside from that, it lessens the possibility of spreading the virus to others.
"I'm a little scared, like everyone else, but I especially have to be careful not to pass it on to others [if I get it], that is the most delicate thing," he said. "We have to take care of ourselves. I am concerned about weaker people, who have more problems, yes."
