According to TEAMtalk, Chelsea are determined to keep 26-year-old English international Reece James at Stamford Bridge for his entire career, and both the club and player share a mutual desire to commit to a new long-term contract. Sources indicate that talks are progressing positively. A new deal for the club’s first-choice full-back is viewed internally as being very likely to happen. Chelsea’s immediate focus is on securing the futures of James and Marc Cucurella, and discussions for the Spaniard are also set to take place, but James is the priority. It is highly probable that James will commit to new terms. His current deal expires in 2028, but the available information suggests he will agree to longer terms and see out his career at Stamford Bridge. The defender joined Chelsea in July 2019 and has 22 caps and one goal for England. In the 2025/2026 Premier League season, he has recorded 5 goals and 4 assists in 2 appearances. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €50.00m.