Josh Acheampong
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| Josh Acheampong | |
| Full Name | Joshua Kofi Acheampong |
| Date of Birth | 5 May 2006 |
| Place of Birth | London, England |
| Position | Defender |
| Chelsea career | 2014 - |
| Debut | 02 May 2024 |
| Games (goals) | 15 (0) |
| Other clubs | n/a |
Josh Acheampong is a defender currently playing in Chelsea's Academy team.
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Pre-Chelsea career
Josh joined Chelsea as an eight-year old.
Chelsea career
2023–24 Season
Acheampong made his senior debut just before turning 18, coming on as a substitute in a 2–0 Premier League win over Tottenham on 2 May 2024. He featured sparingly but gained invaluable experience in the senior setup.
2024–25 Season
This became Acheampong’s breakout year. He was fully integrated into the first-team squad and traveled for pre-season tours. He made his first Premier League start in a 1–1 draw with Crystal Palace and earned plaudits for a strong performance there. He was also trusted in European and domestic cup competitions, including multiple starts in the Conference League, participating in the victorious campaign. Across all competitions, he totaled 14 senior appearances, primarily at right-back but comfortable centrally.
2025–26 Season
International
Acheampong has represented England at youth levels, including England U19s, and holds eligibility for both England and Ghana. As of mid-2025, he has yet to be capped at the senior level but is viewed as a promising prospect for future call-ups.
Career statistics
Youth and Development Football
| Season | Under-18 | European | Dev Squad | Total | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | |
| 2021-22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022-23 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 2 |
| Total | '15 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 2 |
Senior Club Football
| Season | Prem | FA Cup | League Cup | Europe | Other | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | |
| 2023-24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024-25 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| 2025-26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
- Correct as of 24 August 2025"
Career honours
- UEFA Conference League: 2024-25
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2025
| Current Squad |
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| 1 Sanchez • 2 Disasi • 3 Cucurella • 5 Badiashile • 7 Sterling • 8 Enzo • 10 Mudryk • 10 Madueke • 13 Bettinelli • 14 Chalobah • 15 Jackson • 16 Ugochukwu • 17 Chukwuemeka • 18 Nkunku • 20 Palmer • 21 Chilwell • 23 Gallagher • 24 James • 25 Caicedo • 26 Colwill • 27 Gusto • 28 Petrovic • 31 Casadei • 33 Fofana • 42 Gilchrist • 45 Lavia Manager: Enzo Maresca |
