May 11th 2024.
It seems like Reece James is finally ready to get back on the field for his first game of the year. The Chelsea captain has been dealing with injuries for most of the season, but he has strongly hinted that he will be making his long-awaited return tonight against Nottingham Forest.
Unfortunately, James has had a tough time with injuries this year and has yet to play a single game in 2024. He started the season off with a hamstring injury and was able to play a few matches under Mauricio Pochettino before needing surgery in December. Last season, he also missed a lot of playing time due to a knee injury and even had to sit out the 2022 World Cup.
But now, after weeks of training, James is hopeful that he will be able to get some playing time in before the Premier League season ends. The match against Forest will take place at the City Ground on Saturday evening, and James seems to have confirmed his involvement by tweeting, "See you at 5:30 Blues."
Pochettino also confirmed at his press conference on Friday that James is almost ready to make his return. He said, "We need to see today, but maybe he can be available in the squad. Having your captain back is a huge boost for any team, and we have an amazing relationship with him. He's a fantastic player, and it's not easy coming back from a long-term injury."
The coach also mentioned that it's unfortunate that there are only three games left in the season, so James may not be able to play a full game. But even if he can only play for a few minutes, it will still be a great accomplishment for him. Chelsea has had a lot of injuries this season, with 14 players still out during their recent 2-0 win over Tottenham. However, some key players have started to return, such as Malo Gusto and Christopher Nkunku, who played last weekend, and Levi Colwill, who was back on the squad.
It's been a tough season for Chelsea, but with the team still fighting for European qualification, having players like James back on the field will be a huge help. Fans can sign up to receive Chelsea news, exclusives, and analysis, and the club is making sure to protect their privacy with the use of reCAPTCHA and adhering to the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
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