Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has praised teenage defender Josh Acheampong following his impressive display in the Blues’ 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest. The 19-year-old opened the scoring at Stamford Bridge, setting the tone for another dominant Premier League outing from Maresca’s side.
Softfootball earlier reported that Maresca has backed both Acheampong and Estevão to be the future of Chelsea, and the youngster’s recent performances seem to justify that faith. Acheampong has quickly grown in confidence since breaking into the first team, showing maturity and tactical awareness beyond his years.
Speaking after the win, Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle, he confirmed that Maresca told reporters, he posted;
I really like Josh Acheampong after the confidence we gave him since last season. It’s important that he is ready when others are out; he has a great future.
The Italian manager has made it a point to nurture Chelsea’s next generation, trusting young talents to step up when senior players are unavailable.
Acheampong’s rise through the ranks is quickly becoming one of the most exciting stories at Stamford Bridge, with his composure, athleticism, and leadership earning admiration from fans and pundits alike. As Maresca continues to build a youthful, fearless Chelsea side, the young defender’s progress could mark the beginning of a new era of homegrown excellence at the club.
