Reece James Faces Further Scans as Hamstring Injury Returns, Ruling Out Season Finale

In a disappointing turn of events, Reece James, the talented Chelsea defender, is set to undergo additional scans after re-injuring his hamstring during his eagerly anticipated comeback to training. The news was confirmed by Frank Lampard, the manager of Chelsea, who expressed his regret in announcing James’ absence from the team’s final match of the season against Newcastle United, scheduled to take place this Sunday.

Hopes were high that James would make a swift return to the pitch before the culmination of the campaign. However, any chances of him doing so have been extinguished due to a recurrence of his hamstring injury during a recent training session.

Speaking to the Evening Standard after Chelsea’s defeat to Manchester United on Thursday night, Lampard shed light on the situation, saying, “He came out to train yesterday, but he had to withdraw as he felt some discomfort in his hamstring. We are hopeful that the upcoming scan will reveal that the damage is not significant.”

The setback has undoubtedly dampened the spirits of both James and the Chelsea camp, as they were keen on having the highly talented defender back in action before the season’s end. However, with the latest turn of events, it seems that James will have to focus on his recovery and set his sights on the future.

In addition to James’ injury update, Lampard also addressed the uncertain availability of Mason Mount for the upcoming match against Newcastle. The 24-year-old midfielder has been heavily linked with a potential departure from Stamford Bridge during the summer transfer window. Lampard described the situation as “really tight,” indicating that Mount’s involvement in the season finale remains uncertain.

As the season draws to a close, Chelsea and their supporters will undoubtedly be disappointed by the news of Reece James’ setback. The club will now turn their attention to supporting his rehabilitation process, while also keeping a close eye on Mason Mount’s potential contribution in the final game against Newcastle United.