AS Roma midfielder Kevin Strootman says he's closer to a playing return.

Strootman could return from long-term knee injury this week.

"I feel better and better," Strootman said in the Google Hangout Quiz.

"It is always difficult to know you'll miss the World Cup and the start of the new season. I am training with the squad now and I'm happy.

"I want to support my team and start playing very soon, including in the Champions League."

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