R. James will most likely miss the World Championship. © AP

The England national team may have to do without another right-back in the upcoming World Cup.

Earlier it was announced that "Manchester City" defender Kyle Walker will miss the tournament due to injury. A similar situation has arisen with "Chelsea" defender Reece James.

"Chelsea" officially announced that R. James met with a specialist due to a knee injury.

Surgery will not be needed to treat the knee injury, but a rehabilitation program is planned, which will last about 8 weeks.

The World Cup in Qatar begins in 5 weeks - 35 days.

At the moment, the main candidates for the right-back position to travel to Qatar are Kieran Trippier and Trent Alexander-Arnold.