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James Out for Weeks: Chelsea's UCL Hopes Dim
17 Mar
Summary
- Captain Reece James sidelined for weeks with hamstring injury.
- Several other key players absent from training before PSG match.
- Estevão returns to training after lengthy hamstring injury layoff.
Chelsea's squad has been hit by multiple injuries just days after their loss to Newcastle, severely impacting their preparation for the Champions League round of 16 second leg against PSG. Captain Reece James sustained a hamstring injury during training and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks, ruling him out of the crucial match.
Adding to the concerns, Malo Gusto, Jamie Gittens, and Filip Jorgensen were also absent from training on Monday. The club awaits UEFA's decision regarding winger Pedro Neto's potential suspension following an incident in the first leg.
On a more positive note, Brazilian winger Estevão has returned to collective training after a month-long recovery from his own hamstring injury, though his availability for the PSG game remains unconfirmed. Levi Colwill has also resumed training with teammates but is unlikely to feature due to a long-term knee injury.
