Chelsea’s Reece James Set for Long-Awaited Return as Injury Crisis Eases

Chelsea‘s injury crisis is finally showing signs of easing off as the club captain, Reece James, is potentially set to make his return to action after a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

James, who has been out for five months recovering from hamstring surgery, could feature in Chelsea’s upcoming Premier League game following his return to training at Cobham alongside midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu, who has also been sidelined since December due to hamstring issues.

In a boost for manager Mauricio Pochettino, several key players including Christopher Nkunku, Raheem Sterling, Thiago Silva, Axel Disasi, Malo Gusto, and Levi Colwill recently made their comebacks in the last match.

Chelsea currently have just six players left on the treatment table, marking a significant improvement from their earlier injury woes. The likes of Enzo Fernandez, Robert Sanchez, Ben Chilwell, Wesley Fofana, Romeo Lavia, and Carney Chukwuemeka remain unavailable for selection.

This improved fitness situation gives Pochettino multiple options to consider as he aims to secure Chelsea’s European qualification for the next season. The Argentine manager may opt to stick with the winning formula that has brought positive results in recent weeks.

Predicted to start in the upcoming game are key players such as Djordje Petrovic in goal, with a defensive line comprising Trevoh Chalobah, Thiago Silva, Benoit Badiashile, and Marc Cucurella. Cucurella’s effectiveness in an inverted winger role has added solidity to Chelsea’s performances.

The midfield duo of Moises Caicedo and Conor Gallagher is expected to maintain their partnership, while Mykhailo Mudryk, who has faced form issues lately, might make way for Raheem Sterling in the forward line alongside Cole Palmer, Noni Madueke, and Nicolas Jackson.

Chelsea fans eagerly anticipate Reece James’s return and the prospect of a fully-fit squad as they prepare to face their opponents in the upcoming fixtures,