Chelsea supporters slam James for backing Mount following his latest injury
Reece James has faced criticism from some Chelsea fans after publicly supporting his former teammate, Mason Mount, who recently suffered another injury setback at Manchester United.
Mount, who left Chelsea for United last summer, was forced to leave the field just 12 minutes into the Manchester derby due to injury.
Chelsea captain James, who has struggled with his own injuries, shared an encouraging message on Instagram, saying: “Not many people understand what you’re going through, but I’ve been through many disappointments. It’s tough and lonely! Wishing you a speedy recovery and stay strong, brother! I’m sure you’ll come back strong!”
While James’ message was meant to show support, some Chelsea fans responded negatively, with some even suggesting he should be removed as captain and calling him a “snake.”
Despite the backlash, other fans defended James, pointing out the toxicity within the fanbase. One user commented: “The reaction to this sums up individuals in this fanbase.”
The controversy arises as James continues to struggle with his own injury problems, particularly with his hamstring. Meanwhile, Chelsea has been performing well without him, sitting near the top of the Premier League under Enzo Maresca’s management.
