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My Son (Reece James) Almost Left Chelsea - Nigel James
My Son (Reece James) Almost Left Chelsea - Nigel James
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116 minutes
Released:
Jul 10, 2023
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Podcast episode
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The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 140 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW NIGEL JAMES - We discussed the career of Nigel #James with the man himself. We discussed; his short playing career, being the father to Reece and Lauren James, The decisions his made throughout their careers, Reece being linked to Real #Madrid, the current situation at #Chelsea + much more.00:00 Intro00:50 Guest Intro3:00 Who is Nigel James?3:41 When did you get that bug for football?15:36 How long was your transition from playing to coaching19:00 Nigel on Reece James early career and the struggles faced in the journey29:09 Was there a time where you considered leaving Chelsea?31:00 Reece transitioning to Right Back37:51 Reece James going on loan to Wigan44:35 Derby trying to loan Reece James in Jan48:03 Were any other PL clubs interested in Reece after his loan spell at Wigan50:01 What made you guys decide to stay at Chelsea?54:00 How did you deal with the adversity during Reece's career59:10 How do you balance football and education?1:04:35 Talk to us about Lauren James journey?1:11:30 Nigel on Lauren leaving Arsenal, playing for Manchester United and then joining Chelsea1:15:20 How does it feel having 2 of your children playing as England internationals?1:16:04 How do you manage the spotlight?1:21:13 Talk to us about Agents1:29:31 Was Reece James every close to joining Real Madrid1:31:22 How do you access Chelsea performance last season1:32:50 Have you spoken to the new manager?1:34:42 Talk to us about Mason Mount?1:36:17 Talk to us about CHO and why it has not worked out?1:38:44 What is your advice to parents that have kids who want to be footballers?1:42:56 How is Reece's fitness?1:46:23 Talk to us about Trent Alexander-Arnold1:50:04 Nigel on his coaching academy1:55:19 Closing remarks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Released:
Jul 10, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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