Didier Drogba insists his commitment to Chelsea has never faded this season.

Drogba is keen to point out that his poor form was down to a lack of match fitness and not a sign that he was fed-up with life at Stamford Bridge.

"Nobody can complain about my commitment," said Drogba. "Players are different, it is like the five fingers on the hand - all different but they shine in different ways.

"I don't have any problem for another player to be more popular than me. I am not looking for this. I just try to have a great life, enjoy what I am doing and make people around me happy."

Drogba has rediscovered his goal touch under Hiddink but his own upturn in fortunes has been matched by the rejuvenated spirit within the dressing room.

"Team spirit has always been good but when you lose it is difficult for people to get a smile on their face," said Drogba.

"When you win it makes things easier and everybody is more relaxed and comfortable."