The long awaited is here; Pochettino finally opens up on why he choose Reece James as new Chelsea captain; Here is why

The long awaited is here; Pochettino finally opens up on why he choose Reece James as new Chelsea captain; Here is why

Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has explained why Reece James was the perfect choice for the club’s new captain.

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Ahead of Sunday’s Premier League clash against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge, Pochettino explained why 23-year-old James was the clear choice to become Chelsea captain following the exit of Cesar Azpilicueta.

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“I think he’s not only a player that can be a leader, because he’s a leader with his character, his qualities,” Pochettino said.

“He’s a person also that’s going to be the future of the club. He came through the Academy. I think for us, for me and for the club, he’s a perfect player, person, to be a captain.” 

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