Reece James to Miss Three Months Following Knee Surgery

Chelsea's captain Reece James is anticipated to be out for about three months following a successful minor knee surgery. The injury occurred during training last Friday, just before Chelsea's match against Bournemouth.

The 26-year-old England international will miss several key fixtures, including games against Liverpool and Manchester City. Chelsea confirmed the surgery on Friday morning, and manager Xabi Alonso is expected to address James' condition during a press conference ahead of their upcoming match against Everton.

This latest injury adds to a history of setbacks for James, who had a relatively injury-free season last year, making 29 Premier League appearances. He has played six times this season, including three starts in the league.