Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca called on "reserved guy" Reece James to show more personality in the dressing room in October and now the captain is back from injury he can see improvements

Enzo Maresca has stated Reece James is one of Chelsea’s most important players and highlighted where the England international has improved.The Blues have made a good start to the season, although

Full-back James has missed 21 games with hamstring injuries this season and has managed just five Premier League outings all campaign.

Enzo Maresca claims Chelsea is progressing despite a recent defeat to Manchester City, highlighting team efforts and areas for improvement.

Abdukodir Khusanov made a nightmare start to his Manchester City debut by inexplicably trying to head the ball as his weak attempt fell into Nicolas Jackson’s path who set Noni Madueke up three minutes into the contest.

Gary Neville has stuck up for Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold after Reece James put on a dismal defensive display in Chelsea's 3-1 defeat against Manchester City

Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella sent a message to Reece James as Enzo Maresca's side prepare to face Man City.

Reece James had a rare off day during Chelsea’s 3-1 defeat against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. Kyle Walker described James as “complete” as the England international has always been renowned for being incredible defensively while also being a massive threat going forward.

Erling Haaland scored and set up Phil Foden for another as Manchester City came back to beat Chelsea 3-1 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, sweeping the Londoners and moving into the top four.

The highlight fixture in the Premier League this weekend is Chelsea's visit to the Etihad Stadium to face Manchester City, in a battle between two teams looking to establish themselves amongst the top four in the standings.

This lot went their own way after leaving Stamford Bridge.