James will not return to Chelsea lineup until the end of the year

Chelsea defender Reece James has been battling with injuries, and another setback has left him sidelined. Now it’s clear how long the Blues will have to cope without their captain.

Details: According to Matt Law of The Telegraph, a hamstring injury will prevent James from returning to action until at least the end of December. Chelsea has not commented on the specifics of the injury, but it is known that the club will offer its captain moral support during his recovery.

The exact timeline for James' return will depend on the progress of his rehabilitation, but it is certain that he will not be back on the pitch before the New Year.

Reminder: Due to ongoing injuries last season, James played only 10 Premier League matches. He has yet to feature this season. Thanks to their win over Leicester, Chelsea moved up to third place in the Premier League standings.