Reece James has told fans that he is ‘more hungry than ever’ following rumours that the club’s board are looking to sell him this .
It was recently reported that Chelsea are their captain James in an effort to balance their books and comply with financial rules.
James, who has long been linked with , has massively struggled with injuries this season and has played just nine games in 2023-24.
The Englishman provided a fresh injury update on Wednesday as he posted on Instagram: ‘I’ve been gone a while but I am doing well. Really well.
‘The journey has been long and tough but nothing I couldn’t handle. I’m in a good place.
‘The comeback is on, more hungry than ever. Stay well in the meantime and see [you] soon.’
Meanwhile, has fired a warning to James over the glowing form of his teammate and fellow right-back .
Gusto has impressed since taking James’ spot in the Chelsea XI .
‘[Malo Gusto] keeps getting better and better for Chelsea,’ Redknapp said last month.
‘You forget this lad’s age as well. He looks a really good prospect.
‘The best compliment I can give him is that they don’t really miss Reece James and Mauricio Pochettino might just have a big decision to make in that position.’
James, who came through the Chelsea academy, has made 156 first-team appearances for the Blues to date.
He helped Chelsea win the Champions League in 2021 as well as the Club World Cup and Super Cup.
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