Here is what we know about Reece James’ availability for the Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea fixture this weekend.
Following confirmation of Reece James back in training for The Blues, fans have continued to ask questions as to whether the England international would be available for the Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest,
Mauricio Pochettino in his latest pre-match press conference has opened up on whether Reece James would be available for the Blues in the highly anticipated Premier League fixture, Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea.
Pochettino who spoke about a lot of things in the pre-match press conference confirmed that the Chelsea captain is currently back in the full squad training following his surgery in December 2023.
When did Reece James have his surgery?
After official confirmation on December 22, 2023, of another hamstring injury, Chelsea captain Reece James faced a tough decision.
Despite initially ruling out surgery, he and the club agreed it was necessary, sidelining him for over four months.
Reece, requesting fans’ support during this challenging time, emphasized the need for positivity, as injuries were never his intention.
Is Reece James still out due to injury?
Following months of assessment after his surgery in December 2023, it has been confirmed that Reece James is no longer out for Chelsea due to injury.
Reece James had initially commenced his personal training on the green grass in February and April 2024, but this would be the first time the manager himself would confirm that the England international is available for selection.
Will Reece James play in the Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea match?
Mauricio Pochettino confirmed in his pre-match press conference that Reece James could be poised to make a cameo appearance in the Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea fixture.
He said, ‘We need to see today but maybe he can be available to be in the squad,’ Pochettino added. ‘The most important thing is that he is going to be there with us. Always to have your captain is a massive boost for any team. We have an amazing relationship and of course he is an amazing player. I know it is not easy always when you come from a long-term injury. The most important thing is that he can be available and can be part of the squad, and then if he can play five, 10, 15, 20 or 30 minutes it will be amazing. Of course it’s unlucky that it’s only in the last week and we have three games left, but it’s important to finish with good feelings and for him it is going to be amazing to be involved.’
