Latest pictures from Cobham reveal that Chelsea captain Reece James is still missing from training ahead of the Brighton clash, raising fears of another major injury blow in an already troubled squad.
Recent reports indicate that Chelsea could face another significant setback with captain Reece James yet to appear in training at Cobham ahead of Friday’s game against Brighton. Despite being a key component of the team, James—plagued by recurring injury issues—was not pictured during the session, fueling concerns among supporters that he may be at risk of another prolonged absence. This development comes on the back of earlier injury news: Nicolas Jackson and teenage striker Marc Guiu were both sidelined after suffering injuries during the win over West Ham, leaving Chelsea without a recognised number nine. Manager Enzo Maresca had expressed cautious optimism about Jackson’s recovery but did not confirm whether the Senegalese forward would be fit for the upcoming fixture.
The potential absence of James is particularly troubling given his role in driving Chelsea’s play from the right-back position and the overall impact his fitness has on the team’s performance. With Chelsea currently struggling—having only secured two wins in their last eight league games—the loss of another key player could severely hamper their efforts to climb back into Champions League contention. Fans and pundits alike are now questioning whether the club’s meticulous injury management strategy will be enough to see them through the crucial run of fixtures ahead.
