Sources: Chelsea slam door on exit for rising star who's being fast-tracked to starting XI
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(Credit: Imago) Chelsea set to fast-track Josh Acheampong to starting line-up as Newcastle transfer shut down Wed 25 March 2026 8:30, UK Chelsea have no interest in sanctioning a sale of defender Josh Acheampong in this summer’s transfer window, sources have told Football Insider.The 19-year-old remains very highly-regarded at Stamford Bridge, and the club hierarchy are intending to try and push him towards becoming a regular in the starting XI in the coming seasons. Recent reports have suggested that Acheampong is unhappy with the amount of gametime that he is receiving in West London and would like a move as a result, but sources say that the Blues will not open the door for him to leave.
MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Josh Acheampong earmarked for bigger role at Stamford BridgeAcheampong burst onto the scene with the Chelsea first team last season, and he has continued to feature as part of the senior group this term. Chelsea were keen to knock back any suggestions of him potentially being moved on during the recent January window, and their similar stance on this occasion has reiterated their confidence in Acheampong.
Liam Rosenior still long-term man for ChelseaFootball Insider revealed on Monday that the Chelsea board remain behind Rosenior, and are prepared to give him “as much time as possible” in order to get the team on the right track.Pressure has increased on the boss in the aftermath of the heavy defeat to PSG in the last 16 of the Champions League, but the board are keen to remain patient with the 41-year-old, and have no plans to sack him at the moment. Rosenior has been identified as the man to lead the Blues forward in the next stage of their project, and the hierarchy are prepared to give him room to breathe in the job. 🦁 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Chelsea Insider Access Get the full story from Stamford Bridge and Cobham with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from West London.