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Chelsea handed £25m blow to Thomas Tuchel summer transfer plan amid Reece James injury concern

Former Chelsea defender Tino Livramento has been stretched off moments before half-time in Southampton's clash with Brighton at the Amex Stadium. Under no pressure from the opposition, the 19-year-old fell to the ground in discomfort after it seemed as if his right ankle gave way.

The Cobham graduate, who has been sensational at St Mary's since he left Stamford Bridge in the summer, was quickly consoled by Ralph Hasenhuttl and Chelsea loanee Armando Broja as he was carried off the pitch. The Saints manager held Livramento's head to try and calm him down, according to reports.

It appears to be a serious injury, though, without professional medical confirmation yet of how bad. The right-back has enjoyed a spectacular breakthrough season in the top flight. He's featured over 30 times for Southampton this term, directly contributing toward three goals.

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