Reece James' latest injury blow has come at a time where the Chelsea defender was playing some of the best football of his career. James' performances under Thomas Tuchel earlier this season were of a good level, but he has thrived under Graham Potter.
Just look at his two appearances against AC Milan in a six day spell. In the 3-0 win at Stamford Bridge, James scored and claimed and assist against the Serie A champions, while it was his pass that led to the Blues winning a first half penalty at San Siro, which was converted by Jorginho.
After his standout performance against Milan in west London, Thiago Silva delivered a hugely exciting verdict on Reece James and the legacy he could leave when he eventually retires. "He is a guy that really works hard and deserves all this success with the performances he is having," Silva told Hayters TV.
