Chelsea hitman Didier Drogba revealed how his recent hernia operation is having a positive impact on his movement, four days ahead of the new season.
Even though he is not yet 100% fit, the Premier League's top scorer last season is looking forward to a better campaign this term.
"For the last six years I was struggling and it was difficult sometimes, I had to miss some training sessions but I am really happy because it's done and it is really good for me," Drogba told Chelsea's official site.
"I learned how to play with it, and now maybe I will have to change my game again.
"This is a lot of pressure! I don't know if I can do better than last year, but the thing is I feel more free in my movement on the pitch, much better. It is a strange feeling, but a really good feeling."
Chelsea face newcomers West Brom in the Premier League opener on Saturday.
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