Reece James - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Carrick has 17 games to convince Man United and the first two are daunting

Michael Carrick’s start at Manchester United could not be more daunting

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Likely against Brentford James (hip) is likely to be available for Saturday's clash against Brentford, coach Liam Rosenior said in the press conference. "Reece and Cole, both of them are training today, so...

Impact James will undergo a late fitness call after the final training session to know if the can make the squad for Saturday's clash against the Bees following the big knock he received to his hip against Arsenal. The medical staff looks optimistic about him being part of the squad, and if this is the case, the midfielder could play a decent role on Saturday.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined with hip injury James is not an option for Wednesday's EFL Cup meeting with Arsenal because of a knock to the hip, Kieran Gill of the Daily Mail reports.

Impact James was expected to be held out as a precaution, though it seems he'll remain questionable for the next league clash against Brentford, with his return depending on the severity of the blow. He has made only one start since Dec. 27 and was deployed as a holding midfielder on that occasion, so Andrey Santos may get increased opportunities as an alternative to Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez until James is fully fit.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unfair to describe Arsenal as 'Set Piece FC,' says Chelsea coach Rosenior

Newly installed Chelsea coach Liam Rosenior has rejected the notion that Arsenal was “taking the game back in time” by focusing heavily on set plays under Mikel Arteta

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Could be held out as precaution James is a late call for Wednesday's Carabao Cup match against Arsenal as a precaution, according to manager Liam Rosenior. "I'll make a decision on Cole, Reece and Malo tomorrow;...

Impact James was not an option for the FA Cup match over the weekend and is at risk of missing out again, as the defender could sit out as a precaution. This is something to monitor, but likely a minor issue, with the club claiming there is no major injury concern. It appears they are more focused on the league campaign and having key players fit, potentially missing more Cup matches moving forward due to his bad injury history.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Man City plunged into defensive crisis after learning full extent of the injury that forced Josko Gvardiol out of Chelsea draw

Manchester City are potentially at risk of being without key defender Josko Gvardiol for the rest of the season following the injury he sust...

JANUARY 5 • goal

Man City plunged into defensive crisis after learning full extent of the injury that forced Josko Gvardiol out of Chelsea draw

Two crosses Sunday James had two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Manchester City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 52nd minute.

Impact James returned to the starting XI Sunday, earning the start in the midfield after starting at right-back last outing. The defender would mainly serve in the defense as the protected their goal, with his two shots his only offensive stats. He remains at six goal contributions this season, with his last coming two games ago.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Man City's Premier League title hopes are fading away - but Rodri's return is a Champions League game-changer: Winners and losers after manager-less Chelsea show fighting spirit while Pep Guardiola sweats on injured defenders

It has not been a happy New Year for Manchester City. Pep Guardiola's side ended 2025 on Arsenal's coat tails at the top of the Premier Leag...

JANUARY 5 • goal

Man City's Premier League title hopes are fading away - but Rodri's return is a Champions League game-changer: Winners and losers after manager-less Chelsea show fighting spirit while Pep Guardiola sweats on injured defenders

Notches assist in defeat James assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yello...

Impact James assisted on his squad's only goal of the day, as he set up Joao Pedro for a shot from close range in the 37th minute. This marked the second consecutive league game with a goal contribution for James, who is now up to two goals and four assists on the campaign. Additionally, this marked the fifth time in 17 league appearances that he registered more than five crosses, while this was the third straight game he had at least one accurate cross.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Pedro puts Chelsea 1-0 in front of Aston Villa | Premier League

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Chelsea player ratings vs Aston Villa: Enzo Maresca's bizarre tactical tweaks invite remarkable Villa comeback as Ollie Watkins brace downs Blues and Cole Palmer is upstaged by England rival Morgan Rogers

Chelsea threw away a commanding position as Aston Villa stretched their winning run to 11 games, thanks to an Ollie Watkins brace in a 2-1 c...

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • goal

Chelsea player ratings vs Aston Villa: Enzo Maresca's bizarre tactical tweaks invite remarkable Villa comeback as Ollie Watkins brace downs Blues and Cole Palmer is upstaged by England rival Morgan Rogers

Nets one in draw James scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Newcastle United.

Impact James netted his second goal of the season, as this also marked his second straight league game with two shots and one on target. Additionally, this marked his eighth league game with at least four crosses, and it was his second straight game with at least one accurate cross. On the other end, this was the fifth time in league play this year that he nabbed at least two tackles won.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Enzo Maresca admits Chelsea star has been 'asking for more' minutes despite load management Enzo Maresca said Reece James' recent increased game time is partly because the defender himself is asking for more involvement despite the...

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • SI.COM

'There is no sense to it' - Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca delivers worrying update on Cole Palmer with Blues' attacking talisman still playing through pain after injury return

Cole Palmer is still enduring pain and is not yet capable of playing three matches a week for Chelsea, head coach Enzo Maresca has revealed,...

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • goal

'There is no sense to it' - Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca delivers worrying update on Cole Palmer with Blues' attacking talisman still playing through pain after injury return

Reece James sends Dewsbury-Hall friendly warning ahead of Chelsea vs Everton Reece James has sent a friendly message to Everton midfielder and former teammate Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • SI.COM

Dishes assist in defeat James assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 2-1 loss against Atalanta.

Impact James helped open the scoring by setting up Joao Pedro for a shot from close range, following a corner in the 25th minute of play. The assist marked the third in four appearances for James, who is also up to six shots, one shot on target and seven chances created over that stretch. Additionally, this was his second straight outing with at least 45 completed passes.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Enzo Maresca reveals why Cole Palmer wasn't involved in Chelsea training and won't play in Champions League clash with Atalanta

Enzo Maresca has revealed why Cole Palmer missed Chelsea's latest training session and why he won't play against Atalanta in the Champions L...

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • goal

Enzo Maresca reveals why Cole Palmer wasn't involved in Chelsea training and won't play in Champions League clash with Atalanta

Opinion: Enzo Maresca must take risks with duo to solve Chelsea's biggest defensive problem Enzo Maresca could use another method to solve Chelsea's Reece James and Wesley Fofana workload issues, while still maintaining some team co...

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • SI.COM

Enzo Maresca drops Reece James & Cole Palmer Chelsea selections hints vs Leeds United Enzo Maresca has dropped a few team selection hints regarding Reece James and Cole Palmer ahead of Wednesday's trip to Leeds United.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • SI.COM

Cole Palmer return confirmed! Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca reveals England star will make long-awaited comeback at Leeds

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Cole Palmer is set to make his return after two months out against Leeds in midweek. The Blu...

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • goal

Cole Palmer return confirmed! Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca reveals England star will make long-awaited comeback at Leeds

Assist on strong day of service James assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Arsenal.

Impact James had plenty of service with four crosses and two corners, getting rewarded with an assist to boost Chelsea's momentum despite being down a man. The defender should continue having success against Leeds, a side which has conceded 25 goals in 13 domestic games.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

How Reece James has helped Estevao adapt to life at Chelsea Estevao said he has started to understand his teammates more while taking English lessons, and learned English football terminology, mostly...

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • SI.COM

Sets up one of three goals James had an assist while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing four times (two accurate) and creating two chances during Tuesday's 3-0 win over Barcelona.

Impact James set up Estevao in the 55th minute assisting Chelsea's second goal while leading the team with four crosses. The assist was the first goal involvement in the Champions League this season for James as he's combined for two shots, three chances created and nine crosses over his last three appearances in the competition while lining up in midfield and at right back.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Carefully managed James contributed five crosses, four corners and one tackle in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Burnley before being substituted at halftime due to workload management, coach Enzo Mares...

Impact James played only one half in Saturday's 2-0 win over Burnley because it was planned for the right-back to be substituted at the break as the coaching staff continues to carefully manage his workload to protect him. James has been handled this way since the beginning of the season, and the approach appears to be working perfectly since he has started nine of his last 12 available games for the Blues either at right-back or in the midfield.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inaccurate in service James recorded five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Burnley.

Impact None of James' crosses were considered accurate, and the wingback was eventually subbed off. He should be back in the lineup Tuesday in UCL action against Barcelona and will be occupied on the defensive end. Barcelona has 48 goals across 17 La Liga and UCL matches.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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