Sunderland defender Titus Bramble says he is over an ankle injury following his £1m move to the Stadium of Light from Wigan Athletic.
The centre-back underwent surgery at the end of last season but insisted he will return a fitter, sharper player for the new campaign.
"I'm 28 now, nearly 29, so I think I'm coming to my peak," Bramble said.
"My fitness is good, my ankle is feeling fine so it's just a case of getting my fitness even better."
Bramble, a former Newcastle United player, signed a three-year deal to reunite himself with former boss Steve Bruce on Wearside.
"I'm really excited, Sunderland is a massive club," Bramble continued.
"I'm looking forward to playing and pulling on the shirt."
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