Reece James Undergoes Knee Surgery, Out After Training Injury

WHO:

Daily Mail Sports - Reece James, Chelsea captain, age 26.

IJR - Chelsea Football Club.

WHAT:

Sportskeeda - Chelsea is reportedly eyeing a move for Benfica youngster Daniel Banjaqui following Reece James undergoing surgery, with a £38 million release clause mentioned.

Daily Mail Sports - Reece James has undergone minor knee surgery.

IJR - The surgery was described as successful and was a result of a training injury.

IJR - Reports project that Reece James will be out for about three months.

WHERE:

IJR - The surgery took place after a training incident at Cobham, Chelsea's training ground.

WHEN:

Daily Mail Sports - Reece James missed Chelsea's 5-1 win over Bournemouth last Saturday.

WHY:

IJR - The surgery was necessitated by a training injury.

HOW:

Daily Mail Sports - Chelsea confirmed the surgery through an official statement.

Chelsea is reportedly looking to sign Benfica's young talent, Daniel Banjaqui, following Reece James' recent surgery. The club is said to be considering Banjaqui's £38 million release clause as they seek to strengthen their squad. This move comes as Chelsea aims to bolster their lineup in light of James' recovery timeline.