Chelsea v Barcelona: 5 key player battles that can decide the outcome

#2 Eden Hazard vs Sergi Roberto

Hazard could prove to be a tough customer for Roberto

It almost seems like this fixture is the perfect audition for Eden Hazard to join the prestigious list of Galacticos assembled by Real Madrid over the years to try and assert their dominance domestically as well as in Europe.

The Belgian has been courted by the Los Blancos for quite some time now and after their recent disappointments on all fronts, the need for a squad overhaul beckons and Hazard's departure might even be inevitable in the summer.

His recent form will suggest that Hazard could enjoy his involvement against Roberto on the night, who is expected to be assigned to the role of keeping the Chelsea winger out of the game. This could shape up to becoming a key personal battle down the flanks where Hazard can be quick and clever with his movement on and off the ball.

Despite not being used in his preferred position very often, Roberto has come leaps and bounds in terms of experience and the will to strive for success which is sure to add to the stakes on the night.