Carlo wants more from Cole

Chelsea manager hopes midfielder grows in confidence

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Carlo wants more from Cole

Cole: Lacking confidence

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Carlo Ancelotti has admitted that Joe Cole needs to improve his confidence after recently returning from injury.

The Chelsea midfielder suffered a serious knee injury 12 months ago and could not get back on the pitch until late September.

He has shown glimpses of his dazzling skill without performing as consistently as he did before his spell on the sidelines.

Ancelotti believes Cole can cement a place in England's World Cup squad but feels he needs to start contributing more.

"Joe could do better," said the Blues manager.

"For him it's an important moment. He came back from the injury and he has an important appointment to achieve this season.

"The World Cup means it's important to play well for Chelsea.

"At this moment he has good mental attitude and good condition but he must improve his confidence.

"For Joe, the World Cup is an important motivation. I think he has a lot of possibility to play in the World Cup but he knows Capello will look at his performances."

Contract talks

Cole's current deal expires at the end of the season and he is yet to put pen-to-paper on an extension, although he has made it clear he wants to remain at Stamford Bridge.

Ancelotti has now issued an update on the contract situation, saying: "We know he could sign for another club and we are talking with him.

"I think Joe Cole is an important player and he knows that.

"We are confident in Joe that he wants to stay."