Chelsea defender Reece James has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months, and he has sounded out Barcelona.
Reece James has suffered with plenty of injury problems, and Barcelona have been offered the chance to sign him. According to football transfers, the defender has sounded out the Spanish club regarding a move, and it remains to be seen whether they are ready to take up the opportunity to sign him.
James is undoubtedly top quality player if he can get over his injury problems. He was regarded as a world-class prospect a few years ago and clubs like Real Madrid were keeping tabs on his development. Injuries have clearly hampered his growth as a player and it remains to be seen whether he can get back to that level once again.
Barcelona could use Reece James
Barcelona could certainly use more quality and depth in the defensive unit and the England international would be a superb acquisition for the right price. He is capable of operating as a right-back as well as a right-sided central defender. His versatility will be an added bonus. However, his availability remains a major concern. James has missed 129 games for Chelsea since his debut and his injury record is quite worrying.
Chelsea already have a number of options at their disposal and it would not be a surprise if they are ready to sanction his departure. It remains to be seen whether Barcelona come forward with an offer to sign the player in January. A move to the Spanish club could be an exciting opportunity for the defender, and it will help him get his career back on track with regular football.
Spanish football is less physically demanding compared to the Premier League as well, and therefore a move to La Liga could be ideal for James.
The defender is still very much at the peak of his powers, and he needs to play at a high level. Joining Barcelona would be the ideal move for him, and it remains to be seen how the situation develops. Meanwhile, Barcelona will be hoping to snap him up on a bargain, given their current financial situation.
