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Everything to know about Reece James, including his rise to prominence before injury struggles, stats and achievements for club and country, salary, market value and personal life.
Who is Reece James?
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Reece James is an English professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Chelsea and the England national team.
Known for his powerful runs, pinpoint crosses and defensive solidity, James is considered one of the best full-backs in the world when fit.
He has been a key player for Chelsea since his breakthrough in 2019, helping them win the Champions League in 2021.
Despite his talent, James has been hampered by injuries throughout his career. However, when fit, he is a crucial part of the Chelsea side.
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How old is Reece James? (Reece James Age)
Reece James is 25 years old. He was born on December 8, 1999.
Reece James Height
Reece James is 5 feet 11 inches tall (1.80m).
Where was Reece James born?
Reece James was born in Redbridge, Greater London, England. He attended Isleworth and Syon School in West London.
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Where is Reece James from?
Although Reece James plays for England, he is of Grenadian and Dominican descent through his father and English descent through his mother.
Which position does Reece James play?
Reece James is a modern full-back who excels in defence and attack. He is recognised for his defensive awareness, physicality, passing range and crossing ability.
Although naturally a right full-back, James's versatility means he is adept at wing-back and midfield.
Can Reece James play left-back?
While most of his full-back career has been on the right, Reece James was played at left-back by Enzo Maresca in the 2024-25 season, featuring in the position against Newcastle United and Manchester United.
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Reece James Biography
Reece James is an English footballer who has made a name for himself as a versatile and skilled defender.
Born in Redbridge, Greater London, on December 8, 1999, James's passion for football was evident from a young age.
He attended Isleworth and Syon School and began his football journey with local clubs Kew Park Rangers and Epsom Eagles.
In 2007, a six-year-old James joined the Chelsea youth academy, though he briefly spent time with Fulham's youth setup between 2008 and 2018 before returning to the Blues to further his development.
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James's dedication and talent saw him rise through the ranks at Chelsea, captaining the U18s to victory in the FA Youth Cup and was named Academy Player of the Season in 2017.
A loan spell at Wigan Athletic during the 2018-19 season provided valuable first-team experience, further assisting his development.
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James made his professional debut for Chelsea in 2019 and quickly established himself as a key player under Frank Lampard.
His defensive prowess, combined with his ability to contribute to the attack, made him a valuable asset, given his strong tackling, passing range and precise crosses.
James has achieved significant milestones, including winning the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Super Cup in 2021 and the 2021 FIFA Club World Cup with Chelsea in 2022.
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Despite injury challenges, James was named Chelsea captain by Mauricio Pochettino on August 9, 2023, replacing Cesar Azpilicueta.
At international level, the full-back rose through the youth levels with England before his Three Lions debut against Wales in October 2020.
He was part of the Three Lions squad that made it to the final of Euro 2020 (held in 2021), featuring in one group match; however, he missed the 2022 World Cup due to injury and could not prove his fitness for the Euros in 2024
Reece James Stats
According to Transfermarkt, Reece James has played 289 youth and senior club games (as of January 15, 2025).
Excluding youth games, the defender has 210 senior games, with 164 coming for Chelsea and 46 for Wigan.
James has played 113 times in the Premier League, scoring eight times and assisting 16.
The Englishman has featured 30 times in the Champions League since his debut in October 2019, starting 23 times.
James has featured 15 times in the FA Cup and played 45 times for Wigan in the Championship.
As of January 2025, he has played 16 times for England.
Reece James England
Reece James's England career began on October 5, 2020, when he received his first call-up to the senior team by Gareth Southgate.
He made his debut as a substitute against Wales on October 8, 2020, in a 3–0 win at Wembley Stadium.
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However, his first start for England on October 14, 2020, ended prematurely when he was sent off after the final whistle against Denmark.
James was included in the England squad for Euro 2020 (held in 2021) and started in the goalless draw against Scotland.
In November 2021, the defender expressed his belief that he was in the best form of his career and aimed to become England's first-choice right-back.
Unfortunately, a knee injury sustained in October 2022 while playing for Chelsea ruled him out of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, leaving him devastated.
Following another injury in November 2023, James expressed his desire to return to the England squad after Gareth Southgate suggested his place in the Euro 2024 squad was at risk.
He did not prove his fitness for the continental tournament, where the Three Lions were beaten finalists.
As of January 2025, James has played 16 times for England, scoring three times.
Reece James Salary
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Reece James is Chelsea's highest earner. The club captain’s weekly salary is £250,000 (£13m annually).
Reece James Market Value
According to Transfermarkt, Reece James's market value is €30m, ranking him 11th in the Chelsea squad.
The defender's peak market value was €70m in November 2022 before recurring injuries caused a dip.
Reece James Injury
Despite his undeniable talent, Reece James's career has been punctuated by a series of injuries that have raised concerns about his long-term durability.
According to Transfermarkt, James has sustained 21 separate injuries that have caused him to miss 131 matches.
Hamstring injuries have been a recurring issue for Reece James, while he has previously dealt with ankle and knee issues.
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Reece James Achievements
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Chelsea U18
U18 Premier League: 2016–17, 2017–18
FA Youth Cup: 2016–17, 2017–18
Chelsea
UEFA Champions League: 2020–21
UEFA Super Cup: 2021
FIFA Club World Cup: 2021
FA Cup runner-up: 2019–20, 2020–21, 2021–22
EFL Cup runner-up: 2021–22
England U19
UEFA European Under-19 Championship: 2017
England U20
Toulon Tournament: 2017
England
UEFA European Championship runner-up: 2020
Individual
Toulon Tournament Best XI: 2017
Chelsea Academy Player of the Year: 2017–18
Wigan Athletic Player of the Year: 2018–19
Wigan Athletic Player's Player of the Year: 2018–19
Wigan Athletic Goal of the Season: 2018–19
FA Cup Team of the Year: 2020–21
PFA Community Champion Award: 2020–21
Reece James Parents
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Reece James's parents are Nigel and Emma James.
Although Emma prefers being out of the spotlight, Nigel played a significant role in the early football careers of Reece and his sister.
He is a football coach and the Academy Director of his football coaching academy, Nigel James Elite Coaching.
Nigel is of Grenadian and Dominican descent, while Emma is English.
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Reece James Sister
Reece James’s sister is Lauren James. Lauren is also a remarkably talented forward for Chelsea Women and the England women's national team.
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The siblings hold the unique distinction of being the only brother and sister duo to represent England at the senior level.
Lauren's journey began at Chelsea's academy before transitioning to Arsenal's youth program. The forward joined Manchester United in July 2018, playing a crucial role in the team's promotion to the Women's Super League before returning to Chelsea in 2021.
She has since won three WSL titles and the Women's FA Cup twice while claiming the PFA Women's Young Player of the Year in 2023. Lauren has been included in the FIFA FIFPRO Women's World XI in 2023 and 2024.
Reece James Girlfriend
Reece James’s girlfriend is Mia McClenaghan, as per multiple sources; they have been dating since early 2020.
Mia is a law student and has managed to keep her life relatively private despite dating a famous footballer.
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Reece James Net Worth
According to multiple sources, Reece James has a net worth of $8 million (£7 million).
His primary sources of income are his lucrative Chelsea salary and endorsement deals, such as his sponsorship with Nike.
Reece James Social Media
James is quite active on social media. You can find him on Instagram (@reece) and X, formerly Twitter (@ReeceJames).
He often posts about his life as a footballer, including match highlights, training sessions and behind-the-scenes moments.
The defender also uses his platform to interact with fans and share his personal interests.
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