Reece James Misses Leicester Clash Due to Illness After Midfield Experiment
Chelsea captain Reece James was absent from the squad against Leicester City due to illness, following his unexpected but successful midfield role in the midweek win over Copenhagen.Chelsea captain Reece James was absent from the squad against Leicester City due to illness, following his unexpected but successful midfield role in the midweek win over Copenhagen.
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Reece James was not included in Chelsea’s squad for their Premier League match against Leicester City, with the club confirming that his absence was due to illness rather than another injury setback. The defender played a full 90 minutes in midfield during Chelsea’s Conference League victory over Copenhagen, a role that manager Enzo Maresca sees as a potential long-term option for him. James' absence coincided with Wesley Fofana's return, as the Frenchman started at right-back in place of the injured Malo Gusto. Meanwhile, Robert Sanchez was reinstated in goal, replacing Filip Jorgensen.
- Reece James missed the Leicester match due to illness, not injury.
- He played a full 90 minutes in midfield during Chelsea’s 2-1 win over Copenhagen.
- Manager Enzo Maresca sees James as a potential long-term midfield option.
- Wesley Fofana returned to the starting XI at right-back, covering for the injured Malo Gusto.
- Robert Sanchez replaced Filip Jorgensen as Chelsea’s goalkeeper for the match.
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Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
