Chelsea right-back and captain, Reece James last night put on a top performance in a crucial Premier League game against Manchester United at Stamford Bridge. James’ cross set up fellow wingback Marc Cucurella, with the latter heading the ball past Manchester United’s Onana to score the only goal of the game.
James having struggled with fitness all season has only featured in 24 games for the Blues this season across all competitions. The Englishman was mentioned in multiple transfer rumours linking him with a possible move away from the Bridge due to injuries.
Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has in his latest reports debunked all the recent transfer speculations regarding Reece James. Romano’s report stated that Chelsea have always regarded Reece James as a key part of the Enzo Maresca’s project and have never considered selling the Englishman.
Reece James has stated his commitment to ensuring the club qualifies for the UEFA Champions League next season. The 24-year-old right-back currently has a contract with the Blues that runs until 2028 after signing a contract extension in 2022.
Reece James speaking to the press last night after Chelsea’s 1-0 win at the Bridge, expressed his delight with the team’s win: “It was a much-needed win, it was all or nothing to keep it in our hands.”
“Manchester United set up well and made the first half very tough. We knew going into half time, we needed to come out, create a few chances and take one.”
He added: “I’m pleased. I know we got what we wanted today, but the game is finished now. We have to get rest, recover and know we have two more huge games, and we need to win both.”
Chelsea will face Nottingham Forest on Sunday in the final Premier League game of the season. The fixture will decide which one of the teams will qualify for next season’s UEFA Champions League
