Reece James is not expected to return from his latest injury setback before the end of December following a scan on his hamstring with Chelsea ready to support him through another physical and mental battle.

Chelsea star Marc Cucurella has backed his team-mate and captain Reece James after the right-back suffered yet another injury blow. James, who missed the start

While Chelsea‘s appointment of Enzo Maresca as their new head coach has worked wonders for the team’s output on the pitch, the club continues to struggle with constant fitness issues in their personnel.