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APRIL 5, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Returns to light training James (hamstring) has returned to light training but is still far from returning to action, Simon Johnson of The Athletic reports.

Impact The right-back underwent hamstring surgery in December, and while his return to training is certainly positive, he's not ready to make his competitive return yet. Recent reports suggest the England international is hopeful of being back in full training in less than a month, but for now, he's taking small steps toward his recovery process.

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Timetable of return unclear James (hamstring) underwent surgery and will being his recovery process, with his timetable of return unclear, per manager Mauricio Pochettino. 'We don't know for sure how long it...

Impact James will start his rehab process as his return to the pitch will be determined by how he recovers from his hamstring injury. It is unfortunate for the Chelsea Captain to undergo yet another long stint on the injured list as he is looking at another multiple months on the sidelines. Malo Gusto is expected to remain at right back, recording six starts in 10 appearances for the team.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will undergo surgery James (hamstring) will be undergoing surgery in Finland and is expected to be out for the next three to four months, according to the Daily Mail.

Impact James has had his spell on the sideline extended Thursday, confirming that he will now be out three to four months instead of two to three, having announced that he will be getting surgery on his injured hamstring. The club and player will hope that this surgery finally puts his injury problems behind him, with the surgery being a very serious one and the reason for the extended absence, as the defender tries to avoid the constant knocks that have left him out for close to half of the club's matches over the past three years. He will now hope to return by the end of the Premier League season to be ready in time for the 2024 European Championship, as James will now miss England's final two friendlies in March before manager Gareth Southgate picks his squad for the tournament.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for months out James (hamstring) is set for two-to-three months on the sideline, Chelsea announced.

Impact James is set for another extended spell on the sideline which isn't new at this point. The right-back is an excellent option when on the pitch but has missed almost half of his Premier League games in the past three seasons. Malo Gusto is a more attacking option to replace him while Axel Disasi is a defensive choice.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins rehabilitation James (hamstring) started his rehabilitation on Tuesday, the club confirmed.

Impact James is now confirmed to be sidelined for a bit, as he started his rehabilitation for a hamstring issue Tuesday. This all comes after the defender was taken off in the first half against Everton, feeling something tight in his hamstring. He will most likely not be an option for the club's weekend match against Sheffield, with Axel Disasi being expected to fill in for Reece, and will try to return before the winter break, possibly even next week when they face Wolves.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up hamstring knock James is back on the injury list after picking up a hamstring injury against Everton, reported by manager Mauricio Pochettino. "Reece felt something in his hamstring. For sure he's...

Impact James may be heading for the sidelines again after going down with an injury during the weekend, coming off after only 27 minutes due to a hamstring injury. The club is still waiting on further reports of the injury, as the seriousness of the knock is still to be announced. Chelsea will hope for only a minor knock, as most of their wing-backs are already out injured, and James has already missed multiple matches due to several other injuries. He most likely won't start against Sheffield regardless of his status, meaning Levi Colwill will probably start at right back.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early again James (undisclosed) was forced off in the first half of Sunday's match with Everton due to a hamstring injury.

Impact James was forced off in the 27th minute succumbing to yet another injury and being replaced by Levi Colwill. The extent of James' injury should be revealed in the buildup to next week's match with Sheffield United.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes on at halftime James had five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat versus Manchester United.

Impact James came off the bench to play the full second half after missing last match through suspension. Since returning from injury, the Chelsea captain has totaled three starts in six appearances, logging in an assist on 16 crosses (three accurate), 12 tackles (eight won) and nine chances created in that span.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Red Devils James is back from his one-game suspension and will be available to face Manchester United on Wednesday.

Impact James received two yellow cards in the second half against Newcastle and was not eligible to face Brighton, but he should return in the midweek fixture to take on the Red Devils, Expect James to recover his starting role on the right side of the defense over Alex Disasi.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reece James sent off for second yellow card against Newcastle United | Premier League

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Sent off Saturday James was sent off in the second half of Saturday's match against Newcastle United.

Impact The right-back received two yellow cards in the second half and was given his marching orders in the 73rd minute when the Blues were already down 3-1. James will miss the Dec. 3 match against Brighton, but he should be available for selection when the Blues take on Manchester United on Dec. 6.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts and assist James assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-4 draw versus Manchester City.

Impact James got his second start in a row since returning from injury and recorded his first assist of the season. He will use the international break to rest as he will not play for England. James is set to remain in the starting XI, as long as he can stay fit.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for England James (thigh) won't travel with the England national team during the break, according to Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino. 'It's about having a chance to asses because the medi...

Impact James isn't suspected to have a new injury, though it's certainly odd that he is fit enough to start for club but not fit enough to accept a national team call up. With how injury-prone James has been previously there is certainly concern that he isn't quite fully fit, and even could be a doubt for Sunday's crucial clash with Manchester City.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

May not start James may not be fit enough to start Monday's trip to Spurs, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. "I don't know, We'll see first of all if he is available and then if my decis...

Impact James got the start during a cup win over Blackburn Rovers. If that start keeps him out of the lineup for a London derby against Tottenham it would look like a confusing decision, though clearly the plan is to be cautious with James. If he can't go in the starting XI on Monday it would be Malo Gusto who returns to the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays hour in win James got the start and played 61 minutes during Saturday's 2-0 win over Blackburn.

Impact James returned to the starting XI for the first time after coming back from injury. It's a great sign for the defender to get back on the pitch and he should be the full time starter moving forward. With James fit once more Malo Gusto is likely to fall to the bench for Monday's trip to Spurs.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Getting first start since injury James is expected to start in Wednesday''s Carabao Cup tie against Blackburn, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. "I can confirm he is going to start."

Impact James is making his long-awaited return to the starting XI on Wednesday, made very clear by manager Mauricio Pochettino when he stated, "I can confirm he is going to start." The wing-back had already played in the previous two matches as a substitute, but his return to the starting XI solidifies he is finally 100 percent healthy. His return will most likely mean Malo Gusto will be serving in more of a bench role for the rest of the season, possibly sharing time in the starting XI with James in this first couple of matches while he returns, as they don't want to overload him right after an injury.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets minutes again off bench James recorded one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Brentford.

Impact James is still working his way back to fitness after getting 23 minutes of play Saturday. He is not too far away from returning to the starting XI for Chelsea after starting the first match of the season in the midfield.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to start James isn't fit enough to start Saturday's clash with Brentford, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. 'Reece is still not ready to start.'

Impact James will be on the bench for another match, meaning Malo Gusto should continue in the starting XI. Due to James' injury prone nature it's entirely possible Gusto could be in line for heavy minutes even with James fit and available once more. James made his return during Saturday's two-all draw against Arsenal, playing six minutes off the bench.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back on pitch James generated one clearance in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Arsenal.

Impact James is back after missing the last two months with a hamstring injury. He only played six minutes against Arsenal, but is showing good signs that he is healthy to play. It shouldn't be long to see the Chelsea captain back in the starting XI after starting 14 of the 16 Premier League games played last campaign.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Arsenal James (hamstring) is available off the bench for Saturday's game against Arsenal.

Impact James is one of several defenders that will be available off the bench despite being listed as questionable earlier in the week. However, he should recover the starting role in no time if he can stay healthy -- which has been a big "if" for him of late. Malo Gusto will start at right-back in this one.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status unclear for Saturday James (hamstring) has been continuing to train as he needs to be assessed by the medical team to determine his availability for Saturday's match versus Arsenal. "Reece was training...

Impact James will try to make a return for Saturday after sitting out the last two months with a hamstring injury. He could start off the bench at minimum if fit, with Malo Gusto still likely to get the start in the midfield. However, the Chelsea captain is expected to return to the starting XI once he is at 100 percent match fitness.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training alone over break James (hamstring) has been training alone over the international break after suffering an injury in training more than 10 days ago, reports Nathan Gissing.

Impact James had been training with the team ahead of the Burnley game, but he clearly pushed it a little too hard as suffered a slight recurrence of injury in training. This puts a damper on him possibly starting Saturday's match against Arsenal unless the team wants to risk another recurrence that would likely an more weeks on his return. Given this update, it seems like Malo Gusto will be back in the starting XI following his return from suspension.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting return after suspension James (hamstring) is targeting a return after serving his one-match ban, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. "We are really happy with the way he is recovering. We hope that...

Impact James is expected to return after the international break when he finishes serving his one-match ban. There were reports he could be available for a Saturday trip to Burnley but a suspension for abusing an official guaranteed that wouldn't happen. The wing-back will be an immediate starter when fit, moving Marc Cucurella back to the bench. Cucurella should get one more start during Saturday's trip to Burnley to try and show he deserves a consistent first-team role.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains on Thursday James (hamstring) was pictured in training ahead of Saturday's match against Burnley.

Impact James seems to be nearing a return after being featured in training on Thursday. The winger most likely will return after the international break, getting an extra two weeks to reach full fitness before the Blue's resume play. He won't have the chance to return Saturday against Burnley either way, due to receiving a one-match ban just days ago for harassing a refere.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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