Chelsea's Reece James Out for Three Months After Knee Surgery
BBC Sport - Nizaar Kinsella
Chelsea captain Reece James is set to miss three months of action after undergoing knee surgery. The 26-year-old defender was injured in training before Chelsea's 5-1 win over Bournemouth last weekend and the decision was taken for him to have the procedure.
James is now undergoing rehabilitation with Chelsea's medical staff, with no timeline given for his return. Chelsea face a challenging run of fixtures upon his absence, including matches against Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United. They also have a Carabao Cup tie against Liverpool sandwiched between the Premier League encounters.
James has struggled with injuries in recent seasons, missing several international tournaments with England since the 2022 World Cup. Last season, however, his injury record improved significantly, allowing him to play a key role in England's successful World Cup campaign.
His recent withdrawal from England duty during the international break further highlights the ongoing challenges he faces with recurring injuries. The next international break begins in early November, when England are scheduled to face Croatia at Wembley Stadium.