Over the past few years, Reece James has proven to be an important player for both Chelsea and England, but he is still questionable for the World Cup.
Reece James, a defender for Chelsea, is holding onto the possibility that he may represent England at the World Cup in Qatar later this month despite suffering a major knee injury.
After suffering a knee injury in the 2-0 victory over AC Milan in the UEFA Champions League earlier this month, James is currently using crutches and has his leg in a brace. James is an England international. The 22-year-old has made 11 appearances for the Blues so far this season and has contributed to four goals.
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Early signs showed that James’ injury was not serious, but subsequent scans revealed that the damage’s extent was worse than anticipated, according to Gossipinfo. Since the Three Lions star does not require surgery, his rehabilitation period might allow him to participate in the World Cup.
James, 22, is continuing his rehabilitation and recovery process. He hopes to resume running in the coming days, beginning in a swimming pool. James stated in an interview with The Sun that he needs to keep training hard over the coming weeks to see where he stands on call-up day.
“I’ll try not to discount myself. It is still in its infancy and moving slowly. I’ve been in rehabilitation for two weeks, so I’m still taking each day as it comes. I have not been given a chance percentage by the Chelsea medical department to be back for the World Cup. It depends on how I feel and how stable it is as we get closer to the time.
“It will be really difficult. It’s a long-term injury that happened at an awkward time, but I’m doing everything I can to treat it. If it doesn’t work, at least I know I gave it my best shot.
James wants nothing more than to be included in Gareth Southgate’s England World Cup squad, but he is cautious to take any risks in his recovery. “I am trying to be optimistic,” the Chelsea defender concluded. The recovery time from this injury is uncertain to me. I don’t feel pain. But it can be a little risky if I try to hurry it up. Every day, I put a lot of effort into becoming better, doing it right, and being fit as soon as I can.
“In the early phases of an injury, you are more distraught, and then you have to come to terms with it. When will I be able to run once more? Every day I ask that inquiry, but the medical staff rarely responds.
“You don’t go from running to walking. When you have an injury, you have to recover gradually, thus I must start out by running in the water. Ideally, this will happen in the near future.
“I come in every day, get evaluated, and then undergo therapy using electric devices. I use the pool and the gym. Afterward, more therapy
James has revealed how he has stayed in touch with Southgate and his England teammates who are also recovering from injuries ahead of the World Cup. James has acknowledged that he initially “felt fine” after this challenge with Theo Hernandez that caused the injury. “There was only one challenge,” the 22-year-old continued.
“I tried to knock the ball down while it was in midair, but my foot got snagged, I was shoved to the side, and my leg gave out. Though we were up 2-0 and they were down to ten men, I decided it was best to stop even though I felt like I could have continued.
It felt good. We ran tests, it appeared as though I made adjustments, and it wasn’t until I got home that I realised it wasn’t very good. It dealt a serious blow. Especially when someone tells you something is far worse than you initially thought.
“He [Southgate] asked me how I was, but he didn’t go into detail. I participated in the England games and felt I did alright. Therefore, you do not want to become hurt before the World Cup.
“I haven’t talked to Kyle Walker since his surgery, but I have talked to Kalvin Phillips. For all of us, it is difficult. These things happen in football, and hopefully the other England team members will maintain their fitness.
James is eager to return to the field for his new manager Graham Potter after being impressed with the new management since Thomas Tuchel was removed. The representative of England continued, “He’s done well, and the performances have been good. Since the injury, I’ve talked to him a few times, but he hasn’t really known what to say.
He only advises me to keep up my efforts and return as soon as I can for club and country.