The Germany forward thanked Chelsea’s fans for voicing their support despite the battles for top form that he faced in west London.
There was time for reflection after the Commonwealth Games.
The 29-year-old was stripped of the captaincy by Unai Emery in October 2019 after swearing at supporters who were cheering his substitution.
England’s World Twenty20 preparations are in danger of being plunged into chaos as players could be summoned to give evidence in the Yorkshire racism tribunal just days before their opening game.