Chelsea’s Reece James is in jeopardy for the upcoming match against Arsenal after withdrawing from group training due to a setback in his recovery from a hamstring injury sustained in August.
The right-back, initially expected to make a comeback in the London derby, was seen training alone at Cobham, hinting at a potential delay in his return.
Manager Mauricio Pochettino faces a selection headache with uncertainties surrounding Armando Broja and Carney Chukwuemeka.
In their absence, Nicolas Jackson is set to lead the attack against Arsenal. Pochettino’s woes extend to other key players like Ben Chilwell, Christopher Nkunku, Romeo Lavia, and Wesley Fofana, putting pressure on the team’s depth.
Despite the challenges, Pochettino aims to build on a three-match winning streak achieved before the international break. The Argentine manager will be relying on fit players like Cole Palmer and Axel Disasi, who have recovered from their respective knocks.
As Stamford Bridge gears up for the clash on Saturday, Pochettino faces a formidable task, hoping to maintain the team’s positive momentum amid the absence of key players.
