The key facts

  • Reece James has undergone successful knee surgery, Chelsea announced
  • The injury was sustained in training; the player missed matches against Brentford (0:3) and Bournemouth (5:1)
  • Recovery is taking place under the supervision of the club's medical department in Cobham

James undergoes surgery

Chelsea captain Reece James has undergone successful knee surgery, the London club announced on Friday. The 26-year-old defender, who plays for the England national team, sustained the injury in training.

Missed matches and recovery

James missed Chelsea's last two Premier League matches — a 0:3 defeat to Brentford and a 5:1 victory over Bournemouth on Saturday at Stamford Bridge. According to the club, he was absent from the Bournemouth match while undergoing a medical examination, which confirmed the need for surgery. The player has already begun his recovery and will be under the supervision of the club's medical department in Cobham.

Team situation

Ahead of Saturday's away match against Everton, Chelsea sit sixth in the Premier League.