But Defour believes a move to Real Madrid would suit Hazard as he is among the best players in the world.
“The Premier League is still the best competition in the world,” said Defour.
“But if you are talking club-wise, Real Madrid and Barcelona are above the Premier League.
“As a player you want to play at the highest level. The highest level is the Premier League, but the highest clubs at this moment are Barcelona and Real Madrid.
“It is still a personal choice. If you are an English player playing for a top club in England, that might be good for you.
Chelsea star Eden Hazard has continually been linked with a move to Real Madrid (Image: GETTY)
Eden Hazard and Steven Defour are Belgium team-mates (Image: GETTY)
“Since Eden was a little boy, he has dreamed about playing for Real Madrid and at some point when you get the opportunity you might take it.
“I think actually Eden's the best player in the Premier League, and that he's just behind Messi and Ronaldo.
“You cannot compare other players to Messi and Ronaldo.
“Those two are up at the top. I think at this moment, Eden is the best of the rest.”
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