Chelsea’s James has surgery, calls out ‘hate and negativity’

Chelsea captain Reece James hit out at unfavorable feedback concerning his newest harm setback after present process hamstring surgical procedure.

The England proper again limped off within the first half of Chelsea’s 2-0 loss at Everton on Dec. 10 with a recurring hamstring harm and underwent an operation to attempt to remedy the problem.

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It is James’ third hamstring drawback prior to now yr, prompting what he stated had been unfavorable and abusive messages towards him on social media.

“Since this injury I’ve had a good amount of support but significantly more hate and negativity,” James wrote on Instagram on Thursday. “Believe me, I don’t wanna be injured, I’m happiest when I’m playing football.”

James added that his “recovery has started, both physically and mentally.”

Neither James nor Chelsea have given a timeline for his return.