Chelsea star Reece James has made a strong statement as he re-joins their squad for training before the visit to Liverpool. The club captain, who has been absent from the pitch since May due to injury woes and a suspension, was spotted on the training ground with his fellow Blues earlier in the week.

Having said that, despite the 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest before the international break, spirits have been high at Chelsea's Cobham training base this week as James was able to resume team training as he continues his return to full fitness after being sidelined through injury since the club's pre-season tour of the USA

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