Soccer-Chelsea's James in contention for Forest clash after missing five months

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Premier League - Newcastle United v Chelsea - St James Park, Newcastle, Britain - November 25, 2023 Chelsea's Reece James leaves the pitch after being shown a red card by referee Simon Hooper REUTERS/Scott Heppell

LONDON (Reuters) - Chelsea defender Reece James could make his long awaited return to the pitch away at Nottingham Forest on Saturday five months after having surgery on his hamstring, manager Mauricio Pochettino said.

James has made eight appearances in the league this season and last played on Dec. 10 against Everton.