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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Independent Staff

Chelsea suffer major injury blow as key player set for several weeks on sidelines

Chelsea Reece James Estevao Willian Jamie Gittens Malo Gusto Newcastle United Paris Saint-Germain UEFA Champions League World Cup
  • Chelsea captain Reece James is reportedly facing several weeks on the sidelines due to another hamstring injury, his tenth since late 2020.
  • The right-back missed Monday's open training session, just two days after playing 90 minutes in Chelsea's 1-0 defeat to Newcastle United.
  • This latest injury casts doubt on James's potential selection for England's World Cup squad this summer, having also missed the 2022 tournament due to injury.
  • The injury comes at a critical time for Chelsea, who are preparing for their Champions League last-16 second leg against Paris Saint-Germain, trailing 5-2 from the first leg.
  • While other players like Malo Gusto and Jamie Gittens remain out, Estevao Willian has returned to training ahead of the crucial PSG fixture.
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