Chelsea scout Guy Hillion reportedly recommended Lille winger Eden Hazard to the Blues when the Belgian was just 17 years old.
Hazard has emerged as one of the hottest prospects in world football in recent months, with Chelsea among those interested in securing his signature.
The 21-year-old could have already been at the club, however, according to Inside Futbol if they had followed the advice of Hillion.
Hazard has scored 15 goals for Lille this season.