Reece James News: Could start against Liverpool

James (hamstring) has completed a full week of training and could start Saturday's clash against Liverpool, according to coach Calum McFarlane. "Levi has trained a full week with us, and so has Reece, so it's really positive with those two. We've still got another session before facing Liverpool, but both trained fully today and we're hopeful."

James had already earned a place on the bench in the previous fixture after missing seven consecutive matches across all competitions with the hamstring issue, and a potential starting role against Liverpool would represent a significant step forward in his return to full fitness. The versatile defender has started 20 of his 27 Premier League appearances this season, and manager Calum McFarlane will make a final decision following the last training session before the match. His return to the starting lineup would give Chelsea an experienced and dynamic option on the right side of the defense heading into the final fixtures of the campaign.