Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino says the England full-back picked up a hamstring injury in training this week and will be out for “a few weeks”.
James, 23, has had recurring injury problems in recent years and played just 16 Premier League games last season as he also missed the World Cup in Qatar.
— It’s sad as he is our captain. He was so excited and full of energy about being captain. He will come back stronger than before. It’s about a few weeks, says Pochettino at a press conference.
Reece James had a great game in the Premier League opener on Sunday as Chelsea drew 1-1 with Liverpool. Next, Chelsea visit London rivals West Ham on Sunday.