Chelsea captain Reece James undergoes knee surgery - BBC Sport
Chelsea captain Reece James has undergone successful knee surgery following an injury sustained during training. The club has not provided a specific timeline for his return to the pitch.
Why it matters
As a key player for both Chelsea and the England national team, James's recurring injury issues significantly impact team performance and squad selection for upcoming tournaments.
--> Chelsea captain Reece James has successfully undergone surgery for a knee injury. The defender is already undergoing rehabilitation under the supervision of the club's medical staff, BBC Sport reports .
The 26-year-old James sustained the injury in training before Chelsea's 5-1 victory over Bournemouth last weekend. A decision was subsequently made to perform surgery.
No timeframe has currently been given for the footballer's return to the pitch. Chelsea will next face Everton away in the Premier League before hosting London side Tottenham and Manchester United. Between the two home matches, the team will also travel to Liverpool for an English League Cup game.
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