Transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano has spoken out on the biggest Chelsea story of the week so far that came out yesterday and caused a right stir.
Chelsea have been criticised a lot lately and they have not quite yet won over the fan base despite good performances and most of them taking to new manager Enzo Maresca. I don’t think all of them are convinced with the sporting directors and the owners just yet though, with many things that have happened in the past that they have not liked.
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However, I have seen fans warming to them a bit more this season, with a lot more praise offered out.
But things like this story are not going to help and are just going to fuel those who do not like how the new owners and sporting directors operate already.
I am talking about the situation of Josh Acheampong, a Chelsea academy player who has been frozen out and told he will not play in any capacity for Chelsea until he signs a new contract extension. Absolutely crazy.
Romano confirms the story
Speaking on his latest YouTube video last night, Romano says:
“I can confirm a story from earlier today: Chelsea have no intention of playing or including Josh Acheampong in an important way in the squad until he signs a new deal. Chelsea feel many clubs have started approaching him!
“Talks are ongoing between Chelsea and Josh Acheampong’s agents to find a solution, and it is a priority for the club to sort out. The club knows it’s important and doesn’t want to lose him on a free transfer.”
It’s another messy situation and personally I do not like to see any club treat a young player like this, it’s very much blackmail, and that does not sit well with me to be honest.
