Chelsea team news ahead of FA Cup final: James passed fit

Chelsea team news ahead of FA Cup final: James passed fit

Calum McFarlane has provided an update on his Chelsea squad ahead of this weekend’s FA Cup final against Manchester City.

Chelsea take on Manchester City at Wembley aiming to end their campaign with silverware. Ahead of the clash, McFarlane has confirmed that captain Reece James is fit and available, having trained well throughout the week.

Levi Colwill, who made his first start of the season in last weekend’s draw at Liverpool, is also available. Pedro Neto and Alejandro Garnacho have also been passed fit to feature in a positive update from the West Londoners.

Chelsea team news: James and Colwill fit for FA Cup final

“Reece James trained well this week, happy with him,” interim boss McFarlane said at his pre-match press conference.

“Good he got some minutes, and I thought he did well when he came on as well. Largely happy with Reece. We are hopeful he can finish the season in this form.

“It’s a similar story with Levi Colwill; he had a really good rehab. A really good training week, and we’re really hopeful. Pedro Neto and Alejandro Garnacho have trained really well this week. All positive signs.”

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