The player has confirmed his hopes of joining up with the Olympic squad. 'The Chelsea medical team have been closely monitoring everything and they and the doctors and nurses at St Mary's Hospital have been outstanding throughout,' said Sturridge. 'Thankfully, I am starting to feel a lot better and I am optimistic about being able to make the Olympics . 'I am fortunate to have received many wishes of support and I want to thank everybody who has sent messages, it is much appreciated .' http://www.chelseafc.com/page/LatestNews/0,,10268~2831899,00.html