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Reece James next to Obi Mikel in unwanted Chelsea’s Premier League ranks

The 21-year-old’s dismissal saw him become the youngest Blues player after the Nigerian to be given the marching orders in a Premier League fixture

Reece James has become the youngest Chelsea player after John Obi Mikel to see red in a Premier League encounter.

The England international was given the marching orders as the Blues settled for a 1-1 draw with Liverpool at Anfield Stadium.

A goalmouth scramble resulted in the right-back using his arm to keep out Sadio Mane’s effort.

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Although referee Anthony Taylor missed the incident, he was instructed by the VAR to have a look at his pitchside monitor and review.