Chelsea is tirelessly working to enhance their on-field performance, but off the pitch, a significant contract situation is capturing the attention of club officials. Head coach Enzo Maresca is currently focused on preparations for the upcoming match against Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge and is not directly involved in the contract negotiations.Newcastle will be looking to bounce back after a disappointing defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion in their last outing. Striker Alexander Isak will be a key player for them as he aims to regain his form and contribute to a more positive result.
- A notable tactical decision lies ahead for Maresca regarding Chelsea’s full-back positions, especially following Reece James’s recent return to the lineup against Liverpool. As a result, Marc Cucurella was left out, and Malo Gusto shifted to left-back. Maresca’s comments about James may suggest that Gusto could continue to play an integral role at right-back.
- In the background, Chelsea is navigating a sensitive contract situation. Renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano has shared the latest developments surrounding the contracts at the club.
- Chelsea has already secured long-term agreements with Nicolas Jackson and Cole Palmer, and now their focus is on one of their promising young talents, Joshua Acheampong, whose current contract runs until the summer of 2026. The club is keen to negotiate a new deal with him.
- Reports indicate that Acheampong has hesitated to sign a new contract due to concerns about his playing time at Chelsea. Romano highlighted that Acheampong’s family has become involved in the discussions and is pushing for clarity, with an offer still on the table for the young prospect.
- So far this season, Acheampong has made just one appearance in the Carabao Cup. His frustration has reportedly grown as he felt overlooked by Maresca, particularly when Reece James was unavailable.
- Chelsea is aware of the risk of losing Acheampong, with both Liverpool and Real Madrid expressing interest amid the current impasse.
There’s no denying Acheampong’s immense talent, and he certainly deserves the opportunity to showcase his abilities. However, with James fully fit and Gusto performing well, finding a way into the lineup remains a considerable challenge for him.
