Real Madrid’s interest in Chelsea’s captain, Reece James, as a potential replacement for their veteran right-back Dani Carvajal remains strong. According to the Spanish publication Mundo Deportivo, the 23-year-old has caught the eye of Carlo Ancelotti, and Real Madrid is reportedly planning a summer move for him.
Real Madrid believes that James has the potential to replicate the success of his compatriot Jude Bellingham in the Spanish capital. Dani Carvajal, who has been a mainstay in the team for over a decade, is the player they intend to replace with James.
Despite this interest, Reece James is committed to his boyhood club, Chelsea, and his contract extends until 2027. Even if Chelsea decides to entertain offers for him, they are likely to demand a substantial transfer fee.
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Chelsea, facing financial challenges, is expected to continue offloading players in the upcoming transfer window. However, they ideally hope to retain James as he remains an integral part of Mauricio Pochettino’s project.
However, concerns have arisen due to James’ recurring injuries, and his latest setback suffered against Liverpool raises questions about his reliability. If these injury concerns persist throughout the season, Chelsea may need to consider their options.
Real Madrid sees Reece James as the ideal candidate to succeed Dani Carvajal. They are eager to secure his services, but Chelsea is expected to set a high price if they decide to part ways with their prized player.
It is in Chelsea’s best interest to ensure that they do not find themselves in a situation where they have to sell one of their top talents, and they must be vigilant in negotiations to avoid a situation where Real Madrid secures a player of James’ caliber for a minimal fee.