Real Madrid forward Jese Rodriguez has claimed his knee injury from last season "is well behind him" after scoring his first goal of 2015-16.
In his second start of the International Champions Cup, Jese scored the opener for Rafa Benitez's men against Inter in China on Monday.
The 22-year-old started as the central striker at Tianhe Stadium, with Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Isco providing support, and Jese showed a classic poacher's instinct as he brought down Marcelo's cross in the box in the 29th minute before cutting inside a defender to score.
"Coming back midway through last season as I had to do and not play, then play was far more complicated," he said.
"I feel better. The injury is well behind me and I feel great."
"I've never wanted to leave," he said.
"I'm very grateful to the coach for counting on me. He's shown he has faith in me. I'll try to make the most of every opportunity I get."
Benitez's decision to start Jese ahead of Karim Benzema in two of three close-season friendlies so far has only strengthened speculation that the latter will depart for Arsenal.
"I don't mind where I play. I like all attacking positions so I can adapt easily," Jese said.
