Chelsea are close to finalising a contract extension for star right-back Reece James and negotiations are in the final stage, according to acclaimed transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.


Reputable transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano claims that Chelsea is close to concluding a contract extension for star right-back Reece James and that negotiations are in their last stages.

Since making his Blues debut at the beginning of the 2019–20 season, James, 22, has become a dependable player. The defender has established himself as a pillar for Thomas Tuchel, helping his hometown team win the UEFA Champions League in 2020–21.

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James, an attacking wing-back, has 128 games for the west London team under his belt with ten goals and 20 assists. He has made a good start to the current campaign, chipping in with a goal and an assist in five Premier League games.

Romano stated on Twitter that James is close to signing a new contract with the Blues till 2028. He said: