Chelsea captain, Reece James, has undergone minor knee surgery and will be out for an undisclosed period.
The London club announced James’ successful surgery for an injury the England internal suffered in training before the club’s 5-1 thrashing of Bournemouth last week.
An assessment of the injury confirmed the need for surgery which was successfully done on Friday.
“Captain Reece James has undergone successful minor knee surgery,” the club statement read.
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“The 26-year-old was absent from Saturday’s 5-1 victory over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge while medical assessments took place following the injury suffered in training. Those assessments confirmed surgery would be the required course of action.”
James, a Chelsea youth product, is expected to be out for several months, and the club wished him utility player speedy recovery.
“Reece has already begun his road to recovery and will be supported by the club’s medical department at Cobham during this rehabilitation phase.
“Everyone at Chelsea wishes Reece a speedy recovery and will support him on his road to return.”
It is injury-prone James’ second injury of the new season, and sixth lengthy absence in 2026.
He has featured in six matches for the club this season, started four games and has no goal contribution
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