Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole has vowed to return to action before
the end of the season.
Cole has seen his campaign dogged by injuries this term after
missing the start of the season with a foot injury.
The England international has not played since breaking his foot
against Manchester United in November and he was forced to go under
the knife.
Blues boss Jose Mourinho expected Cole to be missing for the rest
of the season, but the former West Ham man is determined to play
some part in the remainder of the campaign.
"I need to stay positive to help my body heal and I've used this
injury as the chance to look at everything in my game," said
Cole.
"I'm trying to take this time out to come back leaner, stronger and
faster.
"I don't want anyone to know my comeback targets but I will have a
part to play this season.
"I've got games in me this season and I'm really excited about
coming back to help the boys win some trophies."