Reece James' recovery from a hamstring injury is on track and the Chelsea captain is not in danger of missing the World Cup, GMS understands.
James picked up the injury in March's 1-0 home loss to Newcastle with head coach Liam Rosenior later confirming the right-back felt something towards the end of the game.
Sources initially expected James to be out for several weeks but there was always optimism he would return before the season ends on May 24 and be fit in time to take his place in Thomas Tuchel's squad, and that has proven to be the case.
Reece James Could Return This Month
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James could potentially return this month or by early May at the latest in a big boost for both the England boss and Chelsea. James' return is likely to prove important as Chelsea bid to secure Champions League football.
James is Tuchel's starting right-back despite facing competition from Newcastle's Tino Livramento, while Real Madrid's Trent Alexander-Arnold looks doubtful to make the 26-man squad, especially after Arsenal's Ben White was recalled to the squad for the first time since Qatar 2022 instead of the former Liverpool full-back.
James has recently committed his future to Chelsea until summer 2032, something he wanted to finalise ahead of the World Cup. And before James extended, sources have indicated Chelsea's leadership outlined their long-term vision, including transfer plans for this summer.
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Chelsea Working on Contract Extensions
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Chelsea are working on other contract extensions. Initial talks have begun with Levi Colwill, while FA documents confirm Marc Cucurella has already agreed to improved terms despite no formal announcement.
Chelsea have also started talks with Enzo Fernandez over a new deal but there has been no breakthrough to date. Fernandez is currently suspended as part of a club-imposed punishment for his comments during the international break hinting at a desired move to Real Madrid.
Although Fernandez didn't specifically name Real, as his agent Javier Pastore made clear in an interview with the Athletic, he said repeatedly that he would like to live in Madrid one day. GMS understands Fernandez would welcome an offer from Real Madrid, but the LaLiga side are still deciding on their midfield targets for this summer. Chelsea would prefer Fernandez stays and will not entertain any exit for the Argentine World Cup winner for a book loss.