Michael Ballack is delighted to see Didier Drogba back in the fold for Chelsea Football Club.

The Ivory Coast ace has had a stop-start season due to injury and suspension, but he made his return against CFR Cluj on Tuesday when he fired the Blues into the UEFA Champions League second round.

“It's a big, big quality back,” said Ballack.

“Especially at home, teams are very defensive against us and close up the middle. We have to change our style, and Didier is a player who can always change the game.

“He needs one chance and makes the difference.

“That is what Didier is, and we are happy he is back from injury and the suspension.”