Alonso rocked by James injury but can look forward
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It feels like it has been a long time since Chelsea have enjoyed a period of such stability.
Xabi Alonso will go into his media conference before the trip to Everton having secured his biggest and most accomplished win, at least in terms of the scoreline, of his tenure so far with the 5-1 victory over Bournemouth.
Of course, in the Cherries manager's own words, Bournemouth did not turn up at Stamford Bridge, but there is no doubt the tweaks made over the international break have left the Blues in a better place.
One key talking point before Saturday's match, however, is the loss of captain Reece James to a knee injury that has required surgery.
The defender was injured in training before Chelsea's win against the Cherries last weekend, and the decision was taken for him to have surgery.
The timeline for his return is looking set to be around three months.
That is a blow, but the rest of Chelsea's squad appears to be in a good place and Friday's news conference may provide an opportunity to explore some themes around individual players.
What are you feelings on the news of this latest injury for the Chelsea captain? How should Alonso fill the gap in the side in James' absence?
