Chelsea captain signs new six year deal

Chelsea academy graduate Reece James has signed a new six year deal to keep him at the club until 2032.

James, who has made more than 220 appearances for the Blues, and has become a crucial player for newly appointed manager Liam Rosenior.

The 26 year old, who made his first senior appearance in 2019 under Frank Lampard in a 7-1 win over Grimsby Town, in which James scored a goal and provided two assists.

Since his senior debut, James has provided 16 goals, and 31 assists for the Blues.

“I am over the moon to have extended my contract – Chelsea means so much to me,” James said to the club website.

James won the Champions League in 2021 with Chelsea, along with the UEFA Super Cup in the same year and the 2025 Conference League and Club World Cup, and was named captain three years ago.