Chelsea’s newly appointed captain Reece James picked up an injury in their first Premier League game of the season against Liverpool.
The 23-year-old has experienced increasing injury issues, similar to last season.
However, he has not played for Mauricio Pochettino’s team since the game against Liverpool.
James has delivered a promising injury report though, and the Chelsea captain is hoping that this will be the last of his fitness woes.
Pochettino has made a point of emphasising that the English right-back won’t be sidelined for a lengthy amount of time.
The international break presents a natural opportunity to focus on fitness as James isn’t in the England camp.
Malo Gusto was brought in in January as a backup and has since shown progress under Pochettino.
However, getting James back to full strength will be a huge help.
After losing to West Ham and Nottingham Forest, Pochettino is under pressure, especially after another summer of significant investment for the club.
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Chelsea will next be in action after the international break against Bournemouth on September 17 at Vitality Stadium.
James is unlikely to be a part of the game, however, Pochettino will be hopeful to have him back by the end of September.
