Reis James' knee was in trouble/unexpected shock: the Chelsea captain underwent surgery!

Reese James underwent surgery for a knee injury.

Chelsea confirmed on Friday that James had successfully undergone minor knee surgery following the injury in training. In a statement published on the club's official website, it was explained that the 26-year-old defender underwent minor knee surgery, which was successful.

James was absent from Saturday's 5-1 win over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge while medical staff carried out tests to assess the extent of his injury. The results of these tests left them with only one option: surgery. His recovery period has already started and the club's medical department will work with James at the Cobham training center during the rehabilitation period.

The entire Chelsea club wished their captain a speedy recovery and pledged to support him every step of the way until he returns to the pitch. The club said in a statement: "The 26-year-old was absent from Saturday's 5-1 win over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge while he undergoes a medical after picking up the injury in training.

This statement continues: "These examinations showed that surgery is a necessary procedure that must be performed." Reyes has already started his recovery process and during this rehabilitation period, he will have the support of the club's medical department in Cobham.