Chelsea captain Reece James has surgery after training injury

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Reece James was injured ahead of Chelsea’s 5-1 victory over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on Oct 10.

Reece James was injured ahead of Chelsea’s 5-1 victory over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on Oct 10.

PHOTO: REUTERS

MANCHESTER – Chelsea captain Reece James has undergone successful minor knee surgery after suffering an injury in training, the club said on Oct 16.

The 26-year-old was injured ahead of Chelsea’s 5-1 English Premier League victory over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on Oct 10, and sat out that game.

Tests confirmed that surgery was required, with the club saying the procedure was successful

No timeframe was given for James’ return

The England international has suffered numerous injuries over the past few seasons and was omitted from the squad for their most recent international fixtures because of injury. REUTERS

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