- Reece James has signed a new six-year contract with Chelsea, committing his future to the club until 2032.
- The new deal extends his previous contract, which was due to expire in 2028, securing the club captain's long-term presence.
- An academy graduate, James has made 225 appearances for Chelsea since his debut in 2019 and was appointed skipper in 2023.
- This season has been his most active in terms of minutes played, with 35 appearances, following two campaigns significantly affected by knee and hamstring injuries.
- Chelsea is carefully managing his playing time through a regimented model to prevent overstretching and ensure his sustained fitness.
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