Chelsea captain Reece James undergoes knee surgery

Chelsea have announced that their captain Reece James has undergone successful surgery to address a knee injury. The 26-year-old defender sustained the issue during training prior to the club's 5-1 victory over Bournemouth last weekend.

James has now commenced his rehabilitation process under the supervision of the club's medical staff. No specific time-frame has been provided for his return to action.

This injury comes at a difficult time for Chelsea, who face a demanding run of fixtures. The team is set to travel to Everton in the Premier League before returning home for significant clashes against Tottenham and Manchester United. Additionally, a Carabao Cup tie against Liverpool is scheduled during this period.

James has struggled with various injuries over recent seasons, which led to him missing multiple tournaments for the England national team. Although his injury record showed improvement last season, allowing him to participate in England's World Cup semi-final run, this latest setback will see him sidelined once again.