England international Reece James is reportedly close to signing a new long-term deal at Chelsea.
According to a report from The Times, the 22-year-old is currently in advanced negotiations for a new contract at Stamford Bridge with a deal said to be announced in the coming days.
James was briefly linked with a move to Real Madrid before the summer window, with former Blues boss Carlo Ancelotti said to be a keen admirer of the defender.
The club are also said to be keen on tying down Mason Mount to a new deal, after the midfielder collected his second Chelsea Player of the Season award at the end of last season.