Reece James
CHEEngland
Right
Dec 8, 1999
26
5'11"
181 lb
RB
CM
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Progressing well, not yet ready
James (hamstring) is making good progress in his recovery but is not yet ready to return, according to coach Liam Rosenior. "Reece is getting along really well but he's not ready yet."
Analysis: James has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since two games and the club is taking no chances given his well-documented injury history, making a return in the coming weeks the most realistic timeline. Malo Gusto is expected to continue covering at right-back in his absence, with coach Liam Rosenior's side unable to afford any setbacks to one of their most important players.
Won't return until after break
James (hamstring) isn't expected back until after the international break, manager Liam Rosenior confirmed Thursday. "With Reece, we're going to look more after the international break. It's not serious, but there is something in his hamstring [scan] and it's something we'll monitor after the international break."
Analysis: James missed the 3-0 loss to PSG on Tuesday due to the injury, and while he's not dealing with a serious injury, the club will be extremely cautious with the recovery process considering James' lengthy injury history. This means Malo Gusto (illness) will operate at right-back for the time being when available, while Romeo Lavia could see time as James' replacement in midfield.
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