Here is all you need to know about Chelsea wonderkid Josh Acheampong including his age, career, bio and parents
Mauricio Pochettino added Josh Acheampong to Chelsea’s squad for their encounter against Tottenham Hotspur last night where his side won 2-0.
Pochettino was compelled to select an increasing number of academy prospects in his matchday squads as a result of the unavailability of a few key players and Acheampong was one of them.
The Blues welcomed the Lilywhites to Stamford Bridge on Thursday night as both teams looked to climb the Premier League standings. Amid all this, let us have a look at who Acheampong is as the 17-year-old made his senior debut playing 12 minutes.
Who is Chelsea’s Josh Acheampong, bio, age, height, family, parents, nationality and position
The defender is currnelty loved by the fans as he registered more successfully block counting to 4, than any other player in the match from both the sides.
Who is Josh Acheampong?
Josh Acheampong is an English football player of Ghanian descent, who was born on May 5, 2006 in London, United Kingdom. He currently plays as a defender for Chelsea FC and Chelsea FC under 18. The 17-year-old right back stands 1.85 m tall.
The 17-year-old, born to Ghanaian parents in England, replaced Alfie Gilchrist as Chelsea defeated Tottenham 2-0.
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A look at Josh Acheampong’s career so far
When Acheampong first joined Chelsea as an under-eight, he signed his first professional contract at the beginning of the season, tying himself to Stamford Bridge until June 2026.
This season, Acheampong has made eight appearances for the Chelsea Under-18 Premier League, totaling one goal and three assists for the Blues. He has frequently been named in the first team matchday squad due to his outstanding Cobham performances.
He appeared on the bench in March’s Premier League games against Newcastle and Burnley before being called up to the squad for the FA Cup quarterfinal tie against Leicester City.
Despite not having made his professional debut yet, the England youth international will surely be hoping to play a few minutes in the Premier League before the season ends.
A look at Josh Acheampong’s style of play
Although he has also excelled at centre back and wing back, Acheampong has spent the majority of the season playing right back.
What is Josh Acheampong’s transfer value?
Josh Acheampong’s current transfer value as per Transfwr Market is 24 million.