Chelsea are yet to approach Man City and Real Madrid target Reece James about extending his contract

New Chelsea owner Todd Boehly faces the task of resolving emerging doubts over Reece James‘ future, with the club still to approach the England star about extending his contact.

The news will alert both Manchester City and Real Madrid, who both view James as a long-term transfer target.

Since signing his current contract two-and-a-half years ago the 22-year-old has unquestionably become one of the most important players in Thomas Tuchel’s squad, playing a key role under the German since his arrival in January 2021.

James is unquestionably one of the most important players in Thomas Tuchel’s squad

But his progress with both Chelsea and England is yet to be rewarded by the club, with Chelsea so far reluctant to tie James down to a longer term deal.

James, who earns in the region of £70,000 per week, has three years left to run on his current contract, which Chelsea feel negates the need for urgency to make any moves on a new deal.

Sportsmail understands there was no approach from Chelsea prior to the sanctioning of former owner Roman Abramovich to reward James with an improved deal despite his emergence as key player.

But with the restrictions placed on the club by the Government now lifted following Todd Boehly’s successful takeover at Stamford Bridge it remains to be seen whether the new regime view securing James’ future as a priority.

New Chelsea owner Todd Boehly faces the task of resolving emerging doubts over his future

It is understood the new owners are yet to indicate whether they intend to open talks with James over an extension this summer.

James came through Chelsea’s academy and has become a firm favourite with the club’s supporters given…