Reece James stands as a highly regarded full-back globally, positioning him as a target area for Manchester City to bolster over the upcoming 18 months.
The current scenario at Manchester City involves Joao Cancelo’s recent loan spells, indicating a probable permanent departure, while Kyle Walker, despite his consistent performances, is aging at 33 years old. Hence, City has been actively scouting for top-tier options, with James prominently featured on their list.
Although James has encountered frequent setbacks due to injuries, limiting his appearances to just six games this season, there’s unanimous acknowledgment of his immense footballing talent when he’s in top form.
Despite City expressing interest, it’s apparent that James is “flattered” by their attention but doesn’t entertain the notion of a move to the Etihad Stadium. Conversely, murmurs of interest from Real Madrid have surfaced, hinting at a potential attraction from the Spanish giants.
A source close to the situation disclosed to TEAMtalk that while City would be the primary destination if James ever considered leaving, such thoughts aren’t currently on the table. His deep affection for Chelsea, reciprocated by the club, fuels his desire to lift the Premier League trophy as their captain.
Looking ahead, the possibility of James being enticed by Real Madrid isn’t dismissed entirely, contingent on how circumstances unfold. There’s a suggestion that a move to the Spanish capital might not be off the cards in the future.
TEAMtalk has recently received indications pointing towards Real Madrid’s keen interest in securing the services of the full-back. This interest could intensify given the speculative notion that James might entertain the prospect of a move.