Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor has confirmed that James will be sidelined for at least five matches following an injury sustained during the team's 6-0 victory over Charlton Athletic last weekend. The player was substituted during that match at Cobham Training Centre.
BBC football reporter Nizaar Kinsella reported from the training ground on Friday, November 6, 2026, that the absence represents a significant blow to the squad.
