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Chelsea have managed to secure highly-rated young defender Josh Achampong on a new long-term contract, according to a report.
Achampong was just making his first senior start for the club Last week’s conference league clash With Astana in the capital of Kazakhstan, but has long been considered a promising talent.
The 18-year-old has already broken into the Under-21 squad and extended his deal until June 2026 earlier in the year. Negotiations over a further extension stalled this season, leading to a rift between player and club. Acheampong was Ban on all club activities at any level Until he committed his future to Chelsea.
This opened a window to the fractured vacuum To register Real Madrid Interest in fantastic write-backs.
Tensions have eased in recent months and The Athletic announced that Achampong has agreed a new five-year deal.
No word on salary, but the report described the contract as a “statement of intent” for the recruiting department. Along with Madrid, many Premier League The club was also interested in 18-year-olds.
Chelsea captain Reece James Achampong has a significant obstacle on his way to the first team. Even during the captain’s numerous injury layoffs, Malo Gusto offers a senior option for academy graduates.
While Achampong’s Premier League involvement may remain limited for the foreseeable future, he will now be free to call up Chelsea’s various cup competitions. The Blues still have and had a Conference League first round tie against Shamrock Rovers Draw against fourth-tier Morecambe In the third round of the FA Cup.
