Enzo Maresca gives huge Chelsea injury update on Reece James ahead of Liverpool clash

Chelsea captain Reece James returned to first-team training this week, and boss Enzo Maresca has given a huge update on the star's return from injury ahead of the clash against Liverpool

Chelsea head-coach Enzo Maresca has revealed that Reece James is available for selection ahead of the club's trip to face Liverpool in the Premier League.

The Blues' captain has been out for some time now, last making a competitive appearance during Mauricio Pochettino's reign as manager. He did make appearances in pre-season but suffered a setback that ruled him out for even longer.

However, after returning to first-team training from his lengthy hamstring injury this week, Maresca has revealed that James is now available for selection.

"No, finally we are all available. Unless the suspended ones," Maresca told reporters during his press conference when asked about the latest Chelsea injury news.

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"[Reece James] is available. He worked with us through the international break. Finally, he is back.

"It's complicated when you get injuries again and again. It's not easy - you are always looking for a solution.

"The solution with Reece is the same we are using with Wes and Romeo; using them in one game per week. Reece's body, at the moment, cannot play twice a week.

"In this moment, this can be the solution. In the future, I don't know. The solution is to allow him to go slowly and then in the future we can use him more."

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