English footballer, Reece James, has signed a new deal at Chelsea to keep him at the club till 2032 few days after the club’s 5-2 defeat to PSG in the Champions League.
James penned a six-year deal with Chelsea to remain at the club as it hope for a European qualification next season, adding that it means a lot to him as he looks where to successes at the west London side to adding that he believed the club could build on previous successes.
After signing the papers on Friday, the full back said, “I am over the moon to have extended my contract, Chelsea means so much to me. I have always said I want my peak years to be here, and I truly believe we have everything it takes to build on our previous successes
“I’m excited for the future under this ownership, Sporting Directors, Coach and all the staff, and hopefully we will lift many more trophies together over the coming years.” James mentioned.
Chelsea Sporting Directors, Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart said: “On behalf of ownership and everyone connected to Chelsea, it is a proud moment for all of us to have Reece extend his contract.
”He is the leader of this team, both on and off the pitch. Reece knows what it means to wear this badge and, having committed his long-term future to Chelsea, we’re looking forward to continuing the journey and working towards further success together.’
Following his debut at the senior team in the 2019/20 season after a stint at the academy, the 26-year-old has lifted five major trophies, including the UEFA Champions League in 2021 and the FIFA Club World Cup twice, and has captained the Blues on more than 50 occasions.
He also won the UEFA Super Cup early in the 2021/22 season, during which the Blues also won the 2021 Club World Cup.
