Reece James to miss World Cup for England as Chelsea announce knee injury

• Defender suffered injury against AC Milan
• Was sent to see specialist
• Will likely miss World Cup due to injury

WHAT HAPPENED? The Blues star sustained the injury in a clash with Theo Hernandez during the midweek Champions League win against AC Milan and had to be taken off.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: The defender will likely miss the World Cup as a result of the injury, which will leave England struggling at right-back given Trent Alexander-Arnold and Kyle Walker are also dealing with fitness issues.

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WHAT THEY SAID: A statement from Chelsea read: "Following the knee injury sustained in our away match against AC Milan, Reece has received treatment from the Chelsea medical department and visited a specialist this weekend. After consultation between all parties, Reece will now undergo a rehabilitation programme and is expected to be out for eight weeks."

THE VERDICT:

England will be without their best option at right-back

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It's devastating for both player and country

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And Chelsea fans are upset about the news too

WHAT NEXT FOR JAMES? The 22-year-old will begin his rehabilitation and will hope to be back for Chelsea after the World Cup, with their first post-tournament match coming against Bournemouth on December 26.