Chelsea captain Reece James undergoes surgery

Chelsea captain Reece James has confirmed he had a surgery on his hamstring earlier today.

James limped off in the first-half of Chelsea’s 2-0 Premier League defeat at Everton’s Goodison Park earlier in the month. And that was the latest in a series of multiple injury setbacks the 24-year-old has suffered over the months.

However, he has now gone under the doctor’s knife in order to find a lasting solution to the reoccurring injuries.

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“The footballing world knew I got injured but the procedure I would go down this time took slightly longer to figure out the best solution,” James posted on Instagram.

“I had surgery today to try fix my reoccurring hamstring issue, the recovery has started, both physically and mentally.

“Since the injury I’ve had a good amount of support but significantly more hate and negativity. Believe me I don’t wanna be injured, I’m happiest when I’m playing football.

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“Thanks to the understanding people that support me despite the highs or the lows, it goes a long way. Stay well, Reece.”