Chelsea fc wishes to clarify its position regarding academy graduate Josh Acheampong amid recent speculation linking the defender with potential transfers away from Stamford Bridge.
The 19-year-old defender broke into Chelsea’s side during Enzo Maresca’s stint as manager, with the England U21 international one of many to benefit from Chelsea’s Europa Conference League triumph.
Chelsea has received interest from several clubs, including approaches in the January transfer window, but has consistently rejected any enquiries. The club has no intention of entertaining offers for the England Under-21 international this summer or in the foreseeable future.
In press conferences, Rosenior has praised Acheampong and declared himself excited for the player’s future. But on the pitch, he decided to start Mamadou Sarr against PSG over the teenage defender.
Rosenior has even said he has spoken to Acheampong’s family, and has a long-term plan in place: “Josh is an amazing talent. I’ve got to meet him and his parents. Josh has got immense potential.”
But as the game time continues to dwindle and Chelsea look set to prioritise a new centre-back in the summer, Acheampong must realise something. At any other club, he would be first choice right now.
Rosenior will be tasked with attempting to keep Acheampong happy. Perhaps, a loan may sit all parties involved. But only if it is made abundantly clear that Acheampong is to remain a Chelsea player.
Chelsea Football Club will continue to focus on building a competitive squad that blends youthful talent with experience, and Josh Acheampong is very much part of that vision.
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