Johan Djourou is feeling better about his place in Arsenal's plans.
"It has been a good year for me. I came back from on loan injured, but I put my head down and kept working hard because I wanted to be at my best, and that is what I am showing at the moment," Djourou told Arsenal TV Online.
"Going out on loan helped me because I came back ready to show that I am good and ready for it. That helped me a lot. Watching and learning from guys like William and Kolo did too. I have shown the boss he can count on me and I am going to show him that he can count on me all the way."