Chelsea injury update: Reece James, Noni Madueke and Carney Chukwuemeka latest news and return dates
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