da premier bet: Reece James' injury nightmare continues as the Chelsea star is expected to be out of action until at least February after a fresh hamstring blow.
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James limped off with issue against EvertonScan results not encouragingMight be sidelined until FebruaryWHAT HAPPENED?
The full-back was handed a start against Everton last Sunday for the first time since November 25, but could only last 26 minutes after picking up a fresh hamstring injury. According to , James might not be back on the pitch until March, with a February return date the most optimistic outlook for the 24-year-old. Given his recurrent hamstring problems, there is a realisation that the recovery process might be complex.
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James has made just eight Premier League appearances so far this season as he had to sit out a chunk of games with another hamstring issue. He also missed England's run to the 2022 World Cup quarter-finals in Qatar due to damage to his knee ligaments. James has struggled to build up any rhythm due to various injuries, with his last stretch of five consecutive full games in the Premier League occurring between the end of the 2021-22 campaign and the start of the following season.
WHAT CHELSEA SAID
The London club put out a statement confirming the new injury, which read: "Captain Reece James has undergone medical assessment following Sunday’s 2-0 defeat at Everton. The defender was withdrawn during the first half at Goodison Park, and scan results have confirmed a hamstring injury. Reece will now begin his rehabilitation programme at Cobham."
DID YOU KNOW?
James has missed 35 matches due to hamstring injuries since the 2021-22 campaign. Additionally, he has missed 28 matches due to muscle issues, illness, and two knee injuries, with the latter sidelining him for 18 matches in the 2022-23 season.