Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien is ready to burst out of the blocks and shake off the disappointment from last season's injury nightmare.
Essien, 27, missed the Africa Cup of Nations, World Cup 2010 and most of his club's campaign after damaging ligaments in his knee.
Despite the Blues' charge to Premier League and FA Cup success, his tenacious presence was missed as they crashed out of the Champions League at the quarter-final stage.
Speaking to the official Chelsea magazine, the Ghana international was in upbeat mood as he looked forward to the challenges ahead.
"I've had a few months that have been very difficult," explained Essien.
"But it was good to be back with the team at the start of pre-season and I'm looking forward to the new season. Fortunately I'm the type of person who takes everything as it comes and very calmly, and that's what I've been doing through my rehabilitation."
Essien, 27, missed the Africa Cup of Nations, World Cup 2010 and most of his club's campaign after damaging ligaments in his knee.
Despite the Blues' charge to Premier League and FA Cup success, his tenacious presence was missed as they crashed out of the Champions League at the quarter-final stage.
Speaking to the official Chelsea magazine, the Ghana international was in upbeat mood as he looked forward to the challenges ahead.
"I've had a few months that have been very difficult," explained Essien.
"But it was good to be back with the team at the start of pre-season and I'm looking forward to the new season. Fortunately I'm the type of person who takes everything as it comes and very calmly, and that's what I've been doing through my rehabilitation."
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