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Fitter than ever Barkley targets key role in Sarri's Chelsea

The Blues star has assured the football world that his injury problems are behind him, as he aims to make an impact next season under a new manager

Ross Barkley says he is fitter than ever and ready to become a regular starter at Chelsea after hiring his own fitness coaches to help him train over the close season.

The 24-year-old, who had a nine month spell out with a thigh injury prior to joining from Everton in January, made only four appearances for the London side last season, with several small injuries occurring outside of his recovery.