Chelsea’s defender Reece James has signed a new contract that will keep him at Stamford Bridge for another five years.
The 20-year-old had featured 18 times for Chelsea this season after scoring in his debut against Grimsby in the Carabao Cup back in September 2019.
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“It has been my dream to be here at Chelsea and play week in week out,” said James.
“To have a contract for another five-and-a-half years is living the dream again.”
Reece has been at Chelsea at under-9 level having trained with Cobham since he was 6.
Chelsea director Marina Granovskaia added: “The smooth way Reece has fitted into the team so quickly despite missing the start of the season has been clear for everyone to see.
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“Reece started his football education with us at the age of six and his performances on loan at Wigan last season paved the way for a strong beginning to his career in the Chelsea team.
“We’re very pleased he now has the perfect opportunity to build on that and become a major player for us for many years to come.”
