John Terry has reassured Chelsea fans Didier Drogba has not lost the golden touch.
Drogba returned to the club on a free transfer this summer after a two-year absence.
His last competitive kick of a football for the Blues was to net the winning penalty in the Champions League final in Munich in 2012.
Skipper Terry played alongside the Ivorian for eight trophy-laden years during his first stint at the club and the two became close friends.
The Chelsea captain was understandably delighted at being reunited with his old pal but insists Drogba’s comeback is more than just a sentimental move by boss Jose Mourinho.
"Didier's still the same,” Terry told Chelsea TV. “He's been a nightmare to play against in training. He's still physically strong, sharp and hungry as well.
"It's important Didier is here because he brings that mentality of wanting to win every day and that rubs off on people like Kurt Zouma and the other young players he's playing against."
"The club are evolving. One day we'll all be gone," Terry added.
"It's time for these players to continue to keep winning trophies for this club and keep the fans and owner happy.
"If I was a Chelsea fan I'd be impressed from what I have seen so far from Diego, Cesc, Filipe and all the boys that have come in like Kurt as well."
Keep up to date with all the latest transfer news and rumours in our live blog.
