Reece James to Miss Three Months After Knee Surgery
Chelsea captain Reece James is expected to be sidelined for around three months after undergoing successful minor knee surgery. The 26-year-old sustained the injury during training on October 9, shortly before Chelsea's 5-1 Premier League victory over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea did not specify a recovery timeline, but Sky Sports reports that James will likely be out until 2027. Head coach Xabi Alonso is anticipated to provide updates on James' condition during a press conference on October 16, ahead of Chelsea's match against Everton on October 21.
This injury adds to James' history of injury problems, potentially causing him to miss significant matches against Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United, Liverpool, and Manchester City. Last season, James made 29 Premier League appearances, his highest since the 2020/21 season, and he signed a new six-year contract with Chelsea in March 2026.
He had made six appearances this season before the injury.
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