“Now we can feast Arsenal”, “They should be scared I swear” – Chelsea fans react as star player set to return from injury and play this weekend
Chelsea fans are buzzing with the news that Reece James is set to return to action this weekend in their clash with London rivals Arsenal.
According to The Athletic’s Liam Twomey, James is expected to be available to face the Gunners on Saturday (October 21). The English right-back hasn’t played for the Blues since the opening game of the season.
The 23-year-old was appointed Chelsea captain at the start of the campaign and many were expecting him to be key for the west Londoners. However, he picked up a hamstring injury in late August and has been absent ever since.
Mauricio Pochettino’s side have endured a dismal spell without their skipper, losing three and drawing two of eight league games. The Blues sit 11th in the league but did seal a 4-1 win against Burnley last time out.James was unavailable for the victory against the Clarets as he underwent a one-game suspension for abusive language towards a referee.
That took place after Chelsea had suffered a 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa and ended the game with 10 men.His return comes at a vital stage with Pochettino’s side looking to propel themselves up the Premier League table. They head into Saturday’s clash with Arsenal as slight underdogs due to their London rivals’ unbeaten league run.
Chelsea fans are delighted to have their captain back fit for the game at Stamford Bridge. One fan is tipping him to flourish against the second-placed Gunners:
“Reece James is expected to cook Arsenal this weekend.”
Another fan is excited to see James back in action:
“Can’t wait, it’s been a while.”
Here’s how fans on X (formerly Twitter) reacted to James returning to face Arsenal:
@Breeze39046531: Can’t wait , it’s been a while
@CFCKarter: Best in the world is BACK
@FHgt_: Reece James is expected to cook Arsenal this weekend
@ChelsDriller: Hi mate ????????
They should be scared I swear
@sylvsoje01: Good news. Now, we can feast on Arsenal.