• by Tushar Sundrani, writing from Mumbai, India

All of the big six premier league clubs have been paying close attention to Lille Star Eden Hazard for the last couple of months. Eden Hazard has also expressed his desire to play in the Premier league. Before the game against West Bromwich Albion Sir Alex Ferguson was spotted in the Lille stands watching Eden hazard in action as Lille played Lyon. Manchester United requires a creative midfielder very badly and Eden Hazard is perfect as he not only creates goals but he scores them too. When asked about whether he’ll be interested in moving to the Old Trafford club, the 21 years old Belgium international said, "Of course [United interest me], this is a club that excites everyone, but for now my focus is on Lille. But yes, it is a pleasure to be watched by one of the best coaches in the world, if not the best."

Spurs are also very interested in acquiring the services of Eden Hazard and Hazard may prefer Spurs as he wants to join a club where he will be guaranteed a regular starting place. Harry Redknapp is adamant that Spurs can compete with the likes of Manchester United and Manchester City to sign the Lille star. He said, “I know Manchester United are also following him very closely. Manchester City too, so it will be difficult to sign him but our owner is ready to pay for an exceptional talent like Eden Hazard”

Roberto Mancini too was spotted watching Hazard from the Lille Stands. Hazard when asked whether he was aware that Roberto Mancini was watching him he responded by saying, "I was aware that Roberto Mancini was there. The manager (Rudi Garcia) told me. I wasn't thinking about it. I was trying to play to the best of my abilities. We'll see later. I'm concentrating on Lille this season."

Eden Hazard transfer saga promises to be a fascinating one this summer, with a lot of clubs competing for his signature.

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