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This injury update on Jordan James will impact Leicester's season

Derby County v Leicester City - Sky Bet Championship
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Without question, Abdul Fatawu and Jordan James stand as the definitive titans of this Leicester City team. Though it is the latter who wielded the baton of consistency with far greater poise.

For Fatawu to ascend to the sport's grandest amphitheatres, that flickering brilliance must be forged into a constant, unrelenting drive. The Ghanaian's technical arsenal is undeniably elite, yet the transition from mercurial talent to reliable talisman remains his final frontier.

Conversely, James appears already destined for the footballing apex. He is propelled by a rare trinity of ability, physical performance, and a seemingly (almost) monastic dedication to his craft.

​Fervent hope that James remains tethered to the King Power beyond this current campaign is prevalent amongst the Blue Army. Although, a chilling caveat looms over Filbert Way: the contractual option to secure his permanent services will certainly be neutralised should the unthinkable nightmare of third-tier relegation descend upon the East Midlands club.

In this precarious twilight of the season, City require both prodigies to survive. Even as melancholic whispers that both Foxes may seek pastures new come the summer grow louder.

Jordan James is OK - Leicester City fans rejoice

​Following reports that James had suffered a catastrophic injury while representing Wales this past week, the LE2 atmosphere grew thick with trepidation. Fear spread rapidly among the Blue Army - but the gloom was pierced by the reporting of BBC Sport's Owynn Palmer-Atkin.

Relaying sentiments directly from Gary Rowett, it was cleanly outlined that the prognosis is far more optimistic than first feared. Rowett confirmed the problem appears minimal; James will be assessed tomorrow and remains in firm contention for the clash with Preston North End and subsequent Easter fixtures. This timely update serves as a vital tonic for a club fighting to preserve its dignity and its future.

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