Before the World Cup in Qatar, there is a big shock in the England camp. Defender Reece James has been ruled out of the World Cup with a knee injury.
In a statement on their website, his club Chelsea said on Saturday that 22-year-old James will be out of action for 8 weeks.
James was injured in the second half of the match against AC Milan last Tuesday in the Champions League 2-0. He was taken off after being treated on the field.
Chelsea said, after consultation with the specialist, based on the opinion of all parties, it has been decided that James will undergo a rehabilitation process.
This year's World Cup will start on November 20 with the match between Qatar and Ecuador in the 'A' group. The next day, Gareth Southgate's team will face Iran, another team in this group.
England may have to face problems with the defense as James is knocked out. Another defender, Kyle Walker, has been sidelined since undergoing groin surgery this month. There are also doubts about his playing in the World Cup.
Right back Trent-Alexander-Arnold, who was left out of the England squad for the UEFA Nations League last month, is also suffering from injury problems. He suffered an ankle injury while playing for Liverpool and is currently on the mend.
Losing James is also a big blow for Chelsea. The Stamford Bridge side will play 9 matches before club football takes a break for the World Cup.
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Sometimes the misfortunes before the World Cups are a constant. It is not known how Lionel Messi himself will arrive and Paulo Dybala, the Argentine attacker, is almost ruled out. He feels the rush of the whole year and the string of games played.
They are joined by Richarlison from Brazil, Ronald Araujo from Uruguay, N'Golo Kanté from France, among others.