Chelsea captain Reece James has sent out a special thank you message to everyone helping him to stay fit this season, Softfootball reports.
The Blues right back scored in his 200th appearance for the club at the weekend as Chelsea hammered Nottingham Forest 3-0 at the City Ground in the premier league match-day 8 fixture.
Fabrizio Romano shared via his official X handle, how James appreciated the efforts of everyone that has helped him this season. He wrote:
Reece James: Many people behind the scenes are helping me; they know who they are. I have someone at the club that I work closely with as well; he’s been a big part of keeping me on the pitch.
James has been plagued by injuries in recent seasons but has managed to stay fit this season and in fine scoring form for Chelsea. He is one of the most important players for Enzo Maresca and the manager would hope the England international stays fit for the rest of the season as they chase a premier league title for the first time since 2014.
At 25, Reece James is regarded as one of the best right backs in the world and his return to fitness is also a delight for the Three Lions manager Thomas Tuchel, who would look to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup for England for the first time since 1966 when they hosted and won.
James and his Chelsea teammates will return to action in the UEFA Champions League against Ajax on Wednesday.
