Yarran’s tigerish in return bid

A RELAXED and smiling Chris Yarran yesterday revealed his burning desire to return in 2017 to playing the game he loves.

Yarran, 25, was speaking after completing a fitness circuit at the Tan track under the supervision of his personal trainer Tom Couch.

The pair have been a constant over the past three months as Yarran attempts to rebuild his career with Richmond after missing the entire 2016 season due to mental health issues.

He admits to being a few kilograms overweight but claims he is mentally and physically ready to begin training with Richmond on Monday, November 7.

“There were times during the year when I doubted myself, doubted whether I would ever play again but I’m in a steady place now and I’m ready to start playing some good footy,” said Yarran, who has played 119 games since his debut for Carlton in 2009.

“My personal issues are taken care of and this is the best I’ve felt and looked for quite some time. I really missed playing and I’m doing everything in my power to make sure I play again. All I want to do is get back and play decent footy for the Richmond Football Club which I’m quite capable of doing.”