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# Reece James returns to Chelsea squad after knee injury absence

Reece Lewis James has returned to the Chelsea squad after a 7-day absence due to a knee injury, in preparation for the match against Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League.

[Youssef Darwish](https://riyadaty.com/en/author/youssef-darwish-4) Editor Published 24 October 2026، 00:16 Saudi time

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Reece James returns to Chelsea squad after knee injury absence

[Chelsea](https://riyadaty.com/en/team/chelsea-212) announced the return of their player [Reece Lewis James](https://riyadaty.com/en/player/reece-lewis-james-6077) to training and participation again after his recovery from a knee injury.

The player had been absent from the pitch since 17 October 2026 following the injury, before announcing his recovery and return on 24 October 2026, meaning his absence lasted for 7 days.

Chelsea fans are eager to see James take part in the team's upcoming match in round 8 of the English Premier League season 2026/27.

The match brings Chelsea together with their visitors Tottenham Hotspur, and will be held on 24 October 2026 at 19:30 Damascus time.

The match will be broadcast on the beIN Sports channel network.

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