Chelsea forward Lauren James has signed a new contract at the club until 2030.
James’ previous deal was set to expire in 2027 but the 24-year-old now commits her long-term future to Chelsea, on the same day her brother Reece James – the Blues’ men’s captain – also signed a new deal.
England international James first joined Chelsea to train at the academy from U10 to U14 level, before switching to the Arsenal Women’s youth team where she would go on to make her professional debut in 2017.
She then joined Manchester United before returning to Chelsea in 2021.
Since rejoining the Blues, James has made 105 appearances and scored 31 goals, helping the club secure four Women’s Super League titles, three FA Cups and one League Cup.
Speaking in a statement confirming her new deal, James said: “I’m really happy and over the moon to have signed a new contract with Chelsea.
“It’s been my club since I was young, so I’m really pleased to have extended my stay here. I can’t wait to make more memories, hopefully have more success and win more trophies with this amazing club.”
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