Premier League there is One crucial ” yes ” is still missing. In the transferdossier of Eden Hazard to Real Madrid is a strong woman the last word. Marina Granovskaia (43), right and left hand of Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich, feels the pressure, but for the time being to bend them. She has a better deal, though.

Real Madrid is convinced that the battle for Hazard have won. The ‘yes’ of the Red Devil’s have them – there is a megacontract of six years. Hazard has Real let you know that he, unlike last summer, now the intention is to make a transfer by pressing the key. As Real simply are meaning to get, they know that the move will will come. Against their terms and conditions – maximum of 100 million euro. Any problem: Chelseas boss Marina Granovskaia keeps shaking his head. They will, with the approval of Roman Abramovich, and more. At least 100 million pounds, 116 million euro. She plays the game hard. The game is on .

Granovskaia carries a reputation with it. Extremely charming in the handling, unwavering, to a negotiating table. “Marina is a ‘no’, ‘no’,”, tell agents. That they know also Real. Last summer, ending an informal phone call on Hazard with an appropriate response: “Not for sale.” Further attempts she ignored the beam.

Granovskaia has a soft spot for the Hazard – see the warm kiss she gave to him, after the FA Cuptriomf last year. Much more than his looks and charm is all about appreciation for the football player and a human Hazard. For his modesty. His playful nature. Are politeness and honesty. His little ego for his status. But also troetelspelers get no favors when it comes to money runs. Once look cute, and a hug will the wheels not in motion. Chelsea is off on hard cash.