Chelsea captain Reece James has undergone successful surgery on a knee injury, the club has announced.
The England international, who leads Chelsea, required an operation after suffering the issue. Chelsea confirmed that the procedure had been completed successfully but did not provide further details about the nature of the injury or the surgery.
The club also gave no indication of how long James may be unavailable or when he is expected to return. His recovery and any subsequent update from Chelsea will determine the next stage of his rehabilitation.