Marco Palastra on Reece James: 'He wrote me a lovely message when I joined Chelsea'

New Chelsea signing Marco Palastra has shared the heartwarming gesture he received from team captain Reece James after joining the club.

The Italian defender praised the human and leadership qualities of the Blues' skipper:

He wrote to me when I joined Chelsea. It was a lovely message, and I greeted him when he came to Cobham the day after the World Cup.

I know he's a great bloke and a good captain, so I'm looking forward to playing alongside him. I'm really happy — I know he's a wonderful person.