Didier Drogba has praised Cesc Fabregas and Diego Costa, following their arrivals at Chelsea this summer.

The Ivorian international, who rejoined the club last week, has said that he believes the two Spanish internationals have the quality needed to succeed at Stamford Bridge.

"It was very important for us to buy these players, they are all good signings," Drogba told Chelsea's official website. "To have Cesc with us, I think he'll understand it's better to be with us than against us. They are good players and I hope they will bring their talent and experience to the team.

"I've been watching Diego play over the last few years and the first time I saw him I really liked him as a player. I like his character, he's solid, he can score goals and he's also technically gifted. He likes people to respect him and that's important."

Chelsea will continue their preparations for the new season with a friendly against Vitesse on Wednesday.