Chelsea captain Chelsea captain Reece James underwent minor knee surgery Friday after sustaining a knee injury during training. The 26-year-old is expected to be out for around three months, pushing his return to 2027.
The right back has not featured since Sept. 12, missing matches against Brentford and Bournemouth. He also sat out England’s four Nations League games during the international break.
What Chelsea And Reports Said About The Reece James Knee Surgery
Chelsea confirmed the surgery was successful. James has a history of knee and hamstring injuries, including a hamstring problem that sidelined him during the 2026 World Cup.
Matches Reece James Will Miss During His Recovery
James will miss home games against Tottenham, Manchester United and Liverpool and an away trip to Manchester City during his recovery.
Season Context For Chelsea’s Captain
James had played six games this season before the injury. Chelsea are sixth in the Premier League.
What’s Next For Chelsea
Chelsea plays Everton on Saturday.
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