The countdown has begun: Gerard Deulofeu is ready to return. The Spanish playmaker, sidelined for three years by a right knee problem, is back training on the pitch and has told Sky Sport of his desire to restart. The former Barcelona, Everton and Watford forward, currently a free agent, could soon be re-signed by Udinese.
"I'm very happy, being on the pitch with my teammates is so important to me. I missed it for three years, and finally I'm on the pitch and can feel my passion again. Watch out, because I'm close... The Udinese fitness coach has helped me a lot, I think I can really have the chance to play. If I don't believe in myself, nobody will," he said.
Deulofeu had warm words for owner Gino Pozzo: "If I'm here, it's thanks to Gino Pozzo. We have an incredible relationship going back to Watford. I thank him so much, because he is truly a special person. I want to return to the pitch for Gino, for my family and for my children. The idea of quitting lasted a minute in my mind. I had too much faith and desire to come back."
