Chelsea right back Reece James has been forced off with an injury in the Blues' clash with Bournemouth.
The right back was playing his first game for the club after picking up a knee injury in October that ruled him out of the World Cup, but signaled he needed to come off just five minutes into the second half and received treatment on the pitch.
He appeared to be in some pain but was able to walk off unassisted.
James had put in an impressive display before being forced off, with Joe Cole praising how he 'got back up to speed straight away. on Prime Video's coverage of the game.
James has been replaced by Cesar Azpilicueta as Chelsea lead the Cherries 2-0 at Stamford Bridge.
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eggosa91
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R. James is coming back stronger than ever 💪 ___blues 4life💙
quantized
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It is quite disheartening for players to have reoccurring injuries... Get well soon Reece and stay injury free for a longer period of time...
Doxmang
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Back to where you are coming from, but his present already given them Three Point needed 🙈🤔💙🤞 Get well soon.