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Josh Acheampong has been backed to stay at Chelsea and continue his development according to former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness. Acheampong is a graduate of Chelsea’s famed Cobham academy and was promoted to the first team squad by Enzo Maresca last season.

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'Chelsea’s stance…' – Journalist reveals Man City interest in surprise CFC transfer raid

Chelsea are reportedly facing interest in Josh Acheampong, with the talented young defender on the radar of both Manchester City and Bayern Munich. That’s according to journalist Ben Jacobs, posting on X, with the Blues seemingly not keen on letting the player go, even if clubs are monitoring his minutes at Stamford Bridge.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 20

'Clubs monitoring' – Ben Jacobs provides major update on future of 673 minute Chelsea ace

Manchester City and Bayern Munich have expressed an interest in Josh Acheampong according to journalist Ben Jacobs. The teenager has impressed when given the opportunities this season, and many supporters feel Acheampong should have featured more regularly this campaign.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 12

'This is the reason' – Enzo Maresca sends message to Josh Acheampong ahead of Everton game

Enzo Maresca has once again told Josh Acheampong to remain patient, despite the teenager impressing in the defeat to Atalanta. Acheampong’s performance in Italy was one of the only positives for Chelsea to take from the game, and he performed very well at right back.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / December 8

Acheampong, Hato And Santos To Start | 4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Atalanta

Chelsea will lock horns with Atalanta at the New Balance Arena this Tuesday night as they look to secure a positive result on the road. The Blues were held to a scoreless draw away at Bournemouth recently, so they would be keen on returning to winning ways in midweek.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / December 2

Acheampong, Badiashile And Santos To Start | 4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Leeds United

Chelsea will face off against Leeds United at Elland Road this Wednesday night as they look to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Blues managed to earn a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Arsenal recently, which should keep them in good spirits ahead of this game.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 22

Lee Carsley sends clear message to Josh Acheampong after latest comments

England under-21 boss Lee Carsley has praised Josh Acheampong, but warned he’s got to keep playing and gaining experience with his club. Acheampong is a product of Chelsea’s famed Cobham academy, and was promoted to the first team squad last season.

Monaco News / Caught Offside / November 20

Just In: Italian giants shorlist Chelsea duo as transfer targets for January

Fiorentina are preparing for an important winter transfer window as they look to reinforce their defensive depth, and according to Tuttomercatoweb, their number-one target is Chelsea’s highly rated young defender Josh Acheampong.

Chelsea FC News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / November 15

Jamie Gittens latest: Chelsea handed injury scare after enforced England sub

Jamie Gittens appeared to have sustained a knock during England Under-21's 2-0 win over the Republic of Ireland in the UEFA U21 Championship qualifiers on Friday.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / November 4

Adarabioyo, Acheampong And Lavia To Start | 4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Qarabag

Chelsea will clash heads with Qarabag at the Azersun Arena this Wednesday evening as they look to secure a positive result on the road in the UEFA Champions League.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 29

Journalist reveals reason Enzo Maresca subbed Josh Acheampong against Sunderland

Chelsea defender Josh Acheampong is fine and the reason he was substituted against Sunderland was because of cramp according to journalist Bobby Vincent.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 27

Stats show Chelsea need a dominant aerial centre back – there’s one with the potential to do it

Chelsea are struggling in the new world of the Premier League. It’s all turned into the NFL without anyone realising. It’s defending and scoring from set pieces which is the meta now, and the Blues are scrambling to keep up.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 24

Defender claims staff member predicted crucial moment in Chelsea win exactly

Chelsea are almost onto their next game – but you can be sure that Josh Acheampong is still thinking about last week. The academy produced defender scored his first senior goal, and it was for his boyhood club.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 22

'Getting better with every game' – Alan Shearer names Chelsea star who’s impressed him

Alan Shearer is impressed with Chelsea youngster Josh Acheampong and believes he’s getting better with every game he plays. Acheampong was promoted to the first squad by Enzo Maresca last season, and is a product of Chelsea’s famed Cobham academy.

Soccer News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / October 22

'Unmatched' - Tosin Adarabioyo shares what he noticed about Josh Acheampong at Chelsea

Tosin Adarabiyo has claimed that despite Josh Acheampong's young age, he is already the best defender at Chelsea in one area. Acheampong has played an increasingly more significant role at Chelsea in the last few weeks.

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Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 22

The Sun reveal how Chelsea really feel about young star Josh Acheampong

Josh Acheampong is expected to continue to grow at Chelsea, and is seen as a player who can develop into one of the best in the world in his position according to reports.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 21

'Premier League centre back' – Pundit backs Chelsea teenager at 'different level' this season

The London is Blue podcast spoke about Josh Acheampong on their show today, as you’d expect. “You can hear it in what Maresca said: ‘I really like Josh.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 20

Romano says European giants pushed to sign Chelsea starlet 'on any formula'

Josh Acheampong scored his first goal on Saturday, bringing him onto the radar of many football fans for the first time. But Chelsea fans have known how good he is for a long time, and they’re not the only ones.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 19

John Terry sends two word message to Josh Acheampong after Nottingham Forest performance

Chelsea legend John Terry sent Josh Acheampong a two word message after his performance against Nottingham Forest. Despite a difficult first half the Blues ran out 3-0 winners to move into the top six in the Premier League and record their fourth win of the season.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 19

'Excellent young prospect' has 7 defensive contributions and 100% aerials duels won

Chelsea beat Nottingham Forest 3-0 this afternoon, despite a pretty sticky start from the Blues. They were nervy as anything in the first half, particularly in defence where Josh Acheampong lined up alongside fellow academy graduate Trevoh Chalobah.

Soccer News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / October 11

Chelsea handed Josh Acheampong fitness boost after recent England U21 involvement

Chelsea defender Josh Acheampong started in England Under-21's 4-0 win over Moldova on Friday despite sustaining a knock in last week's win over Liverpool.

Chelsea FC News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / October 9

'He just doesn't care' - Josh Acheampong names biggest joker in Chelsea squad

Josh Acheampong has described Chelsea teammate Marc Cucurella as the joker in the Blues' dressing room. Acheampong has recently done a Q&A session with Chelsea's in-house media team, and he answered some pretty interesting questions.

Chelsea FC News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / September 23

Why Josh Acheampong is absent vs Lincoln as Cole Palmer's Carabao Cup omission confirmed

The reason for Josh Acheampong's absence from Chelsea's matchday squad against Lincoln City has been confirmed. Head coach Enzo Maresca named his team to face the League One side on Tuesday night in the Carabao Cup, however Acheampong was surprisingly missing from the team.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / July 3

Player ‘could be leaving Chelsea’, ‘Tottenham have been mentioned’ as a destination

Josh Acheampong has been linked with a move away from Chelsea during the summer transfer window. According to former Premier League scout Mick Brown, the 19-year-old defender could be on his way out of the club due to the lack of gametime.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / June 26

Report: Tottenham keen on £35m-rated Chelsea player after watching him extensively

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing the Chelsea player, Josh Acheampong, after watching him extensively. According to a report from The Independent, the 19-year-old is valued at £35 million and Tottenham are plotting a summer move for him.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / December 11, 2024

'Final details' – Agreement over important Chelsea deal 'almost done'

Chelsea are reportedly close to agreeing a new contract with talented young defender Josh Acheampong, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Blues will no doubt be aware that they have a big talent on their hands with Acheampong, who is still only 18 years of age but who is clearly also already on Enzo Maresca’s radar.