Xabi Alonso: Reece James could be sidelined until after Christmas

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Xabi Alonso said Reece James will not be hurried back from injury following knee surgery, with Chelsea set to be without their captain possibly until the new year. The 26-year-old was injured in training before last weekend’s 5-1 win at home to Bournemouth and has undergone successful surgery, described by the club as a “minor” operation.