Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, has said he is preparing for the start of the season without Reece James in his plans.... CLICK TO READ THE FULL NEWS HERE▶▶
James will carry over a four-game suspension from last season.
Speaking ahead of a pre-season friendly against Manchester City, Maresca said he was preparing for the campaign with that in mind.
““Yes, probably [prepare to play in pre-season without him].
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“We will see if it’s tomorrow or one of the games we have ahead.
“As you said, because he is suspended, we need to try without him,” Maresca said.