The 2021/22 season has been one of big chances and nearly moments for Chelsea, who won two pieces of silverware and earned the title of Champions of the World, but were denied in cruel fashion across a number of competitions. The Blues’ early pace in the Premier League title race dropped off in the new year, while Real Madrid denied their Champions League title defence.
In both domestic cups, Thomas Tuchel guided his men to the final, only to be denied by Liverpool on penalties… twice. Despite that, there have been plenty of positives to take from the campaign, one of which are the performances of Reece James.
The academy graduate has been an influential figure for the Blues on the pitch this season, finding a flurry of goals early on in the league. It’s no coincidence that the side’s drop in form came in conjunction with the defender being on the sidelines with injury.
