Reece JamesChelsea’s captain, has suffered a hamstring injury during a match against Everton on December 10, which will keep him out of action for around three months, reports Fabrizio Romano.
James had previously missed several games from mid-August to late October due to injury and now faces a similar period of absence due to a new muscle problem in his leg, according to Sky Sports.
Only played nine games
James has played nine games this season, starting only six of them. As he appeared to be on his way back to top form, this new injury now comes at a very inopportune time for Chelsea, who are 12th in the table.
Chelsea’s injury situation
Reece James’ injury adds to an already growing list of Chelsea absentees. Among the other players who are currently injured are Ben Chilwell, Wesley Fofana, Romeo Lavia, Christopher Nkunku, Trevor Chalobah, Malo Gusto and Carney Chukwuemeka.
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