Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has labeled academy graduate Reece James as the best player in world football in his position following the captain’s decision to sign a new long-term contract extension.
Liam Rosenior expressed immense delight after Chelsea secured captain Reece James on a new deal running until 2032.
Speaking before Saturday’s clash with Newcastle, Rosenior described the academy product as a potential club icon with unrivaled versatility.
“I can’t stop smiling because we’ve secured the best player in world football in his position,” Rosenior said, emphasizing James’s tactical intelligence, athleticism, and long-standing loyalty to the Blues.
The manager highlighted James’s character as a cornerstone for the club’s future success under the current ownership.
Despite lucrative opportunities to move abroad, James chose to commit his peak years to Chelsea, where he has already won five major trophies.
“The thing that impresses me most is his humility and him as a person,” Rosenior added, confirming that James remains his undisputed leader on the pitch.