Reece James has opened up on the 'toughest year' of his life after suffering another injury setback on his return to action for Chelsea.
The 23-year-old defender limped off after 53 minutes against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, in his first appearance since early October.
And England star James, who missed the World Cup due to a serious knock, revealed how difficult it has been for him dealing with the knocks in a heartfelt Instagram post which discussed his mental health struggles.
He said: '2022 has been the toughest year to date. I just wanted to thank you all for the support this year, none of it has gone unnoticed.
'It's naturally affected me mentally, but life is about dealing with the hand you've been dealt and that's what I'm currently tryna do.
'I hope your end of year is filled with peace, joy and happiness. Love you all, catch you next year.'
Right back James' post comes just hours his personal coach James Ralph raged over his latest knee injury on social media.
Ralph hinted at issues at Chelsea before deleting his message.
The Blues are ready to accelerate their long-term interest in Celtic right back Josip Juranovic as cover for James.
zimabdnoyz
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hi all Chelsea fan
vetdeor
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we need his cover up
TheoMark5mith
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quick recovery RJ
Razcdnpstz
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what do you mean
ansumannefati
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Have u seen Kroos kimmich and modric
we are talking EPL bro
Yiebdlotuz
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They have to do it fast if they want to compete for top four. James with his too many injuries, is not going to help much this season.
Luzamnouy
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Chelsea nurses has to be change they don't no nothing, same thing with fofana
Which one?
my-blood-is-red
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Get well soon baller ⚽
Siucmnpsz
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oooox not good
jesbdemosy
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Chelsea nurses has to be change they don't no nothing, same thing with fofana
Musa04
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sorry gee
Ketdeimnsu
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we need another right back to cover for him,and he isn't supposed to play more than this 30m yesterday what is the coach thinking.
official_uto
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I know how it feels James, but be strong bro, it will come to lass, all these injuries are making you strong, get well soon the best right in the world
You don't know shittt. Are you a professional footballer
zezciklp
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Speedy recovery Raace From Chelsea Boy Fadoma 🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭
vakeklrt
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I know how it feels James, but be strong bro, it will come to lass, all these injuries are making you strong, get well soon the best right in the world
Zawcnosyz
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Hatred for no reason. People like this always looking for the downfall of another
And people like that never succeed in life 👍
Roadiklnuz
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Cool
yutcklpstu
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Get well boy. I've been nursing an ACL since January and I know how you're feeling. May God heal you Reece
Tapaimsty
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Recce i pray you come back stronger then before we're with you bro
AbdulZaks008
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Bro have u watch kroos modtic and kimmich play
they are good but watch this pass again from taa
Destrothegoat
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this pass from Arnold is just unbelievable go And watch again... it's side leg not toe the vision is unacceptable
Watch kroos play Trent is learning how to pass
AbdulZaks008
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Have u seen Kroos kimmich and modric
this pass from Arnold is just unbelievable go And watch again... it's side leg not toe the vision is unacceptable
AmJosh
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The moment they started compare u with TAA, walker, cancelo and Co is the time ur career is edging to end😂😂😢tell ur cowboys to stop compare on what u are not capable of😂
Hatred for no reason. People like this always looking for the downfall of another
Wikadeklmz
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cawaale
AbdulZaks008
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I doubt if you had seen casemiro pass to to erickson to rashford then to martial to goal
go and watch this pass from Arnold again, it's not from leg toes it's from side leg
Destrothegoat
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exactly trent leg have accuracy that most midfielders didn't have
Bro have u watch kroos modtic and kimmich play
AbdulZaks008
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trend is master pass after Kdb
exactly trent leg have accuracy that most midfielders didn't have
Destrothegoat
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trend is master pass after Kdb
Have u seen Kroos kimmich and modric
ansumannefati
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Remember Alexander Arnold pass that link up Robertson before assisting Salah against Aston Villa last match 🥢
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trend is master pass after Kdb
Iamzikoben05
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I was shouting for you to be careful before the injury. if you had listened to my shout, it wouldn't have happened. next time you return take it slowly. we love you and your style of play. quick recovery.
Next time you put a call 😂
Iamzikoben05
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Remember Alexander Arnold pass that link up Robertson before assisting Salah against Aston Villa last match 🥢
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I doubt if you had seen casemiro pass to to erickson to rashford then to martial to goal
bolaji99
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The moment they started compare u with TAA, walker, cancelo and Co is the time ur career is edging to end😂😂😢tell ur cowboys to stop compare on what u are not capable of😂
jiyadmsty
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I wish you a speedy recovery Reece, my son
eggosa91
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R. James 🥺 he is coming back stronger than ever 💪
Hipceklmpr
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silfa
AbdulZaks008
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Remember Alexander Arnold pass that link up Robertson before assisting Salah against Aston Villa last match 🥢
picbcdilty
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come back stronger we love you all
foocdimnpt
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I was shouting for you to be careful before the injury. if you had listened to my shout, it wouldn't have happened. next time you return take it slowly. we love you and your style of play. quick recovery.
Noski£
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stay stronger love
Ridaeikloz
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speed recorving my guy such is life i can't enjoy my game without you
Duoceistu
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The should buy Juranovic immediately
hizabdpuz
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Boi visiye chee
Shmonny
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Jesse Lingard got clapped off the field by Manchester United fans 🥺 👏 respect ✊
Vipdilopy
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we love you very much ❤
ABUCHI22
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You will come back stronger bro.
ndabawubafo
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Speedy recovery bro you're a Worrior
seukopstuy
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get well brother I'm an arsenal fan but it hurt when u see a star in this situation
waeaklnsuy
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speedy recovery bro
vuuabimnty
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we are with you James.WE LOVE YOU