Jason Cundy, a talkSPORT pundit and Chelsea fan, believes that Reece James is the “obvious choice” to become Chelsea’s new club captain. However, he expresses concern about James’ injury record in recent years.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!With Cesar Azpilicueta’s departure, Chelsea will need to appoint a new captain for the upcoming season. Cundy suggests that Reece James is the frontrunner for the role, citing his love for the club and status as one of the team’s best players. However, Cundy acknowledges James’ fitness issues as a cause for concern.
Reece James has struggled with injuries, playing only 24 games across all competitions last season and 39 matches in the previous campaign. In contrast, previous Chelsea captains like John Terry, Gary Cahill, and Cesar Azpilicueta were known for their consistent availability and leadership.
Head coach Mauricio Pochettino has stated that he will make a decision on the new captain after assessing the entire squad during pre-season.
