Softfootball understands that Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior’s recent comments about young defender Josh Acheampong have caused a wave of reaction online.
Following Chelsea’s recent 3-1 victory against Wolves, Rosenior praised the versatile talent while sharing insights into how the club is shaping his development for the long term.
He said:
Josh Acheampong is an amazing talent. He’s got immense potential. I like put them in different position because it improves them. Long term, Josh is a centre-back.
While Rosenior’s comments underline his confidence in the youngster, fans on X have weighed in with varied opinions on Acheampong’s development.
Elvis (@coffeeeshopp69) expressed scepticism about Acheampong’s defensive reliability. He suggests that, while talented, Acheampong may still have gaps to address before becoming a first-team regular.
He posted:
He is good at everything apart from actual defending.
Meanwhile, Ahmed Shah (@Ahmedshah7506) questioned the impact of moving young players across positions, highlighting the potential benefits of loan spells. Shah emphasises that consistent playing time, rather than positional experimentation alone, may be the key to unlocking Acheampong’s full potential.
He stated:
does moving young players around actually accelerate growth or just expose weaknesses faster? Josh Acheampong is a top defender, but I want him to go out on loan and come back even sharper. A season of regular game time will help him grow.
Other fans shared mixed reviews of the young star’s performances. KATAPAA (@ENG2_1) tempered expectations, pointing out a contrast between potential and actual output.
He wrote:
Immense potential with average performance every time on the pitch
Meanwhile, KBS (@kbspsd) highlighted Acheampong’s readiness to step up when given opportunities. Comparing him to other defenders, KBS believes that Acheampong could be a reliable long-term solution in Chelsea’s backline if given regular minutes.
He concluded:
Josh needs more playing time and always deliver when opportunity is given not that Badiashile and Tosin. Very good replacement of Thiago Silva.
As Chelsea continues to develop its academy talents, Josh Acheampong remains a focal point for both the coaching staff and fans, with his future carefully watched as he navigates the transition from promising youth to first-team regular.
