Chelsea's Kurt Zouma insists he will remain patient as he continues his recovery from a serious knee injury.
The French defender landed awkwardly during a match against Manchester United in February, rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament, and is expected to be sidelined for the start of the new Premier League season.
However, the 21-year-old is confident he will get back to full fitness if he works hard on his rehab at Chelsea's training ground.
"I am working hard every day, from 10 am to 4 pm, I am working on the knee and on some cardio [at Cobham]," Zouma told The Telegraph.
"I won't be ready for the start of the season, but the doctor is happy with my knee and I'm feeling good.
"I have to take care and not rush, so I will take my time."