Chelsea is prepared to begin the EPL season without James, says Maresca.

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that the team will start the Premier League season without Reece James. The captain and fullback will miss the first three games due to a suspension following his red card against Brighton at the end of last season. Maresca told the club’s official website that they are preparing for pre-season without James. “Yes, we will likely prepare to play without him,” Maresca said. “We need to try different options since he is suspended.”