Chelsea issue an ultimatum to Josh Acheampong

 

Chelsea are said to have informed Josh Acheampong that he would not play again for the club until he signs a new deal. The 18-year-old made his debut in the Carabao Cup win against Barrow, but has not appeared at any level since.

Various clubs have been reported to be interested in the services of the defender. Some of the clubs that have been rumoured to be interested in signing Josh Acheampong include Real Madrid, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur.

According to the Athletic, Chelsea hierarchy have issued an ultimatum to the defender that he will not play again unless he signs a new long-term contract. With the interest from other clubs, Chelsea management feel the pressure of securing the long-term future of the teenager who can play as a right back and as a central defender. Chelsea management are said to have blocked managers from picking Acheampong unless he inks a new contract, with the Blues.

According to the Telegraph, Chelsea were startled by Acheampong's choice to decline their proposal of a new contract, despite club bosses assuming the deal had already been sealed up.

 

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