The Belgian FA have confirmed that Chelsea star and national team captain Eden Hazard has broken his ankle while on international duty.
Earlier today, Sky Sports reported that Hazard would miss his country's upcoming internationals, with Roberto Martinez's side preparing for a friendly versus the Czech Republic on Monday before travelling to Estonia for a World Cup Qualifier on June 9th.
It was also reported that 'No other player was involved in the incident', and that an update would likely be forthcoming on either Monday or Tuesday.
However, it has now been confirmed that Hazard has suffered a fracture to his ankle, which will likely keep him out for up to two months - meaning he'll miss much of Chelsea's preseason, but should be back in training in time for their Premier League title defence.
BREAKING: Belgian FA confirm Eden Hazard has fractured his ankle and could be out for 6-8 weeks
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) June 4, 2017
That's if he remains at Chelsea at all, of course. Earlier today, Hazard admitted to reporters that he'd consider a move to European champions Real Madrid if it was on the table.
Of course, I would consider it if Madrid made an offer.
I am keen to win trophies. It would be great to win the Champions League.
But Chelsea's goal is to win the Champions League as well. Honestly, I do not know what will happen.
Belgium are currently top of their World Cup qualifying group with four wins and a draw from their opening five fixtures.
