Chelsea defender Ashley Cole has revealed that he is pleased to have manager Jose Mourinho back at the club.

The 32-year-old England international, who was signed by Mourinho from Arsenal in 2006, believes that the Blues can go on to win more trophies now that the Portuguese is back at Stamford Bridge.

"He's a great manager and proves how good he is with the trophies he has won at different teams," the full-back told the club's official website.

"He is great at motivating players and keeping you on your toes, so it's a pleasure to play under him.

"The boys are confident and happy he's come back, and in training you see a new lease of life for some players and hopefully that's only going to benefit the team and the club."

Cole and his Chelsea teammate are currently on a pre-season tour of Asia.

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Jack Prescott