Tiemoue Bakayoko is at it again, sends message to Eden Hazard ahead of Qarabag clash

Chelsea midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko posed for a photo with Belgian playmaker Eden Hazard and gave the thumbs up as the team prepare for their UEFA Champions League encounter against Qarabag on Wednesday.

The Premier League Champions head into the fixture looking to try and secure their place in the next round – last 16 of the club competition, and knowing that a win on the night would secure their qualification.

Eden Hazard was in brilliant form for his side at the weekend as he grabbed a brace and was awarded the man of the match in the 4-0 win over West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns.

The France international midfielder also featured for the side as they climbed to the third position in the English Premier League log.

Both stars will both be expected to feature for Chelsea when they take on Azerbaijan side FC Qarabag on Wednesday night.

And they the duo looked to be in nice spirits as they took a selfie on their way to the UEFA Champions League game.

The defensive midfielder posted the photo above on his Instagram account as the West London club prepared for the match.

The Blues will then turn their focus back towards their crucial League clash with Merseyside giant Liverpool FC at Anfield Stadium on Saturday evening.

Antonio Conte’s men are currently nine points behind Manchester City after 12 matches.