We asked for your views on Reece James signing a new six‑year deal that will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2032.
Here are some of your comments:
Andy: Reece James is one of the Premier League’s best players and is undoubtedly World class. Also nice to see a player being loyal to one club. If Chelsea can find a better keeper and get their first choice centre backs fit, and as the rest of the squad improve with age and experience, he could captain them to real success in the next five years.
James: I think this deal is definitely a relief, I was expecting us to lose him given his recent form. Hopefully with a new rebuild he can cement himself in history with a league or two.
Liam: It’s been good to see James begin living up to his potential thanks to an injury free run in the team. I don’t think any Chelsea fan has ever doubted his ability. Moving forward, I think he could be a pillar to mould a successful team around – he already has a decent trophy haul but if he can add to that in the coming years and be a key man, there is no reason why he can’t be talked about in the same conversations as Lampard, Terry, Drogba et al.
Richard: What Reece James can achieve is dependent on having a top class goalkeeper, central defenders and a reliable goal-scoring striker to support Joao Pedro. Not having periods of panic where too many goals are conceded and positive results are squandered would be rather helpful too.
Louis: On his day, James is one of the world’s best. Chelsea have stressed me out a lot this season, but I’m at my most relaxed when James is on the ball. His crossing ability is absurd, and his composure and calm is desperately needed in a team of youngsters. We get him in his prime, what better news could a Chelsea fan ask for?
Keith: Great to hear that Reece has signed until 2032. Now all we need is to find a manager who will play him in his best position (full back), and not waste him in midfield.
