Liam Rosenior provides Reece James injury update as Chelsea 'conspiracy' squashed

Reece James has missed the last couple of games for Chelsea (Image: Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Liam Rosenior has provided an update on Reece James ahead of Chelsea's clash against Leeds United. The 26-year-old defender has missed each of the Blues' last two games across all competitions after picking up a knock.

Speaking to reporters at Cobham on Monday afternoon, the Chelsea boss confirmed that James has recovered from the injury. However, Rosenior added that the England international has recently fallen ill.

"Reece is fit," said the 41-year-old. "He is feeling unwell today. It's no conspiracy, it's the truth. Hopefully he'll be well enough for tomorrow."

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