The defender has been in a constant battle with injury problems in recent years, most recently sustaining a knock just before the new Premier League season started. James suffered yet another setback last month, further delaying his return.

It is not yet known when James, who has played in just three matches in 2024, will be available again for Blues coach Enzo Maresca, but the 24-year-old took to Instagram to share an update on his situation on Tuesday.

The England international shared a collection of pictures on Instagram, including one of him in training, adding in the caption: "Long story short I’m doing well. hope to see you soon."

One of the pictures carried a message that read: "Life always gets crazy before blessings come. Lock in."

James will continue his recovery and hope to come back soon. In the meantime, Maresca and his players will do without him as they take on Gent in the Conference League on Thursday.