In a meeting with general manager John Elway and and several Denver Broncos officials, quarterback Peyton Manning told them that he is in good health and will be ready for the 2015 season.

Manning was flown to Denver by the Broncos on Thursday for the meeting

and expressed his desire to return, ESPN reported Friday.

According to the report, Manning underwent his own medical exam administered by elite trainer Mackie Shilstone in New Orleans and was given good marks in workouts and tests. The quad injury that bothered Manning during the latter stages of the 2014 season has healed.

Manning’s contract requires him to have a formal physical exam. Keeping Manning on the roster at the league’s March 9 deadline will guarantee a $19 million contract for 2015.

Elway has expressed his desire for Manning to return next season, when he will be 39 years old. But the Denver GM likely will try to have Manning restructure his contract

Two of Manning’s favorite targets, wide receiver Demaryius Thomas and tight end Julius Thomas, are potential free agents.

Manning passed for 4,727 yards and 39 touchdowns with 15 interceptions in 2014 but was not as effective at the end of the season.