Reece James is "sad to say goodbye" to Mason Mount following his old pal's decision to leave Chelsea for Manchester United.
Mount, 24, joined United on a five-year deal earlier today, with the option of a further 12 months, after making the tough call to end his 18-year association with the Blues.
Chelsea have been handed a boost as head coach Graham Potter prepares to welcome Reece James and N'Golo Kante back from injury for their Premier League game against Aston Villa.
Having played the last six minutes in England's 2-1 away win against Italy, James withdrew from the England squad with an injury but has been training with Chelsea since.
Reece James has vowed Chelsea will stick together no matter what as they battle to salvage their season.
The Blues are on a miserable run and have not won since beating Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge on January 15.
England right-back Reece James admits he is "devastated" after confirming he will miss the World Cup through injury.
The Chelsea defender, 22, hurt his knee against AC Milan last month and was in a race against time to be fit for the Qatar showpiece.
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