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Reece James set to commit to Chelsea on six-year deal

Reece James has signed a bumper new Chelsea deal worth at least £250,000-per-week.

Chelsea's negotiations over an improved contract for key defender James have reached a successful conclusion, with the 22 year-old putting pen to paper.

The agreement is a six-year deal and will make James the highest-paid defender in Chelsea's history.

Reece James has committed to Chelsea by signing a six-year contract worth u00a3250k-a-week
James, 22, has become an integral part of Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea team at right-back

James said: 'I am over the moon with my new contract and I'm thankful for the fans, the new ownership and everyone involved in the club. I cannot wait to see what the future holds, and I am sure we will have the chance of winning many trophies.