Chelsea is entering a new era. In full reconstruction, the London side separated this summer from several executives, including N’Golo Kanté, Mateo Kovacic, Mason Mount or Cesar Azpilicueta. The latter, who was captain of the Blues for several years, left his captaincy in England during his time at Atlético Madrid. Mauricio Pochettino therefore had to name his new captain. The Argentinian has decided, it will be Reece James.

Reece James is Chelsea's new captain!

Trained at the club, the 23-year-old right-back is a symbol of Chelsea’s success. After having completed all his classes in the youth categories, Reece James has managed to become one of the best in his position, in a European champion team in 2021. Since then, Lauren’s brother, James, has confirmed the hopes placed in him, despite frequent injuries that take him away from the field. “I am so happy to take on this role and its responsibility. I’ve been at Chelsea pretty much my whole life. I started here when I was six and getting out of the Academy is tough. But to go on and become a captain, it’s a great feeling for me and my family.”, said the new right arm of Mauricio Pochettino. A childhood dream has come true for Reece James, who previously expressed his desire to become ‘Mr Chelsea’…