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James has been called up multiple times for international service and has missed 18 games for Premier League powerhouse Chelsea since the beginning of 2023.

Just recently, after being cleared to play for Chelsea’s 2023–24 season opener against Liverpool, the defender hurt his hamstring during training.

I am practicing and playing really hard every day to get back to my best level, but I haven’t been able to play 90 minutes yet.

To which James said, “I’m happy to be helping the team again as well” upon his return to the squad. It takes time to recover and regain your form after being away for over three months.It doesn’t work that way; contrary to popular belief, you won’t be immediately restored to your previous level upon returning.

James made note of the Blues’ recent upturn in performance, which has contributed to Chelsea’s current tenth-place Premier League position.

Our results have been much better during the last five or six weeks. In this area, everyone is smiling. Our self-assurance is soaring. The results support that. It’s where it all begins.

Despite our rough patch, we’ve managed to rack up some respectable points. Now we’re taking the lead. At this point, we must continue to expand upon this.

As Mauricio Pochettino is settling into life in the Premier League, his team has gone undefeated in their previous four league matches, which have included matches against Manchester City, Arsenal, and Tottenham.

For Saturday’s match against Newcastle, Chelsea will go to St. James Park.