New Delhi: Didier Drogba has issued a warning for the rest of Europe and the Premier League - the Chelsea striker believes not only is he a better player than last season, but Chelsea will be a better team worthy of once again challenging for top honours.
The Ivory Coast international is adamant he can help bring more silverware to Stamford Bridge. He is not only intent on winning the Premier League and the FA cup again, but would like to add the Champions League, still eluding the Blues despite owner Roman Abramovich's vast expenditure, to that list.
Drogba told Goal.com, "I am confident we can challenge for major honours and I want to win the Champions League. We have come close before and there is no reason why we cannot go all the way next time. To be a Champions League winner would be a great honour."
Despite being banned for at least four European matches for his reaction to Chelsea’s Champions League semi-final defeat by Barcelona, the Chelsea striker believes he will prove wrong all his critics by coming back an even stronger player.
"I know I have had my share of criticism in the past," he admitted. "My behaviour (against Barcelona) is bothering me very much because it was not right. But with the help of my team mates and the management I will focus on my game and contribute to a great season. Now I feel even more comfortable at Chelsea.
"I will do my suspension and, after that, I will come back stronger. I’m very proud that I’m in one of the best teams in Europe and I have stayed and hope to keep getting selected.
"We know how to deal with difficult games and how to control games. Even if we are losing we know we can come back. It’s very important for us to have this kind of self-confidence if we are to challenge for all trophies. I know that this team is very strong and I am happy."
Drogba signed for Chelsea from Marseille in 2004 for £24 million.
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