“It was a huge shock, to me most of all,” admitted Robben, “I have to accept what’s happened and remain patient. That's the most difficult aspect, I think.” The critical point now was to take the necessary time and avoid the risk of a repeat injury, he continued. “My target is to be playing again before Christmas, that has to be possible.” However, the player insisted, he would only consider playing “once I’m 100 percent fit, not 80 or 90 percent.”
