In order to sign Josh Acheampong, an 18-year-old Ghanaian defender signed by Chelsea, Real Madrid plans to make a January bid for him in order to beat off Liverpool and other Premier League competitors.
The Spanish powerhouses see Acheampong as a flexible way to strengthen their defence, especially in light of Dani Carvajal's injury and Joan Martinez's ACL problem that ended her season.
Real Madrid's interest in Acheampong fits with their policy of acquiring young, talented players to bolster their team for the future, even though Chelsea sees Acheampong as a future cornerstone of their defence.
Acheampong, who made his senior Chelsea debut in May 2024, is a highly sought-after prospect due to his impressive potential as a right-back and central defender.
Liverpool, Newcastle, and Tottenham are all keeping an eye on the issue, so Chelsea will have to fight to hold onto one of their highly valued academy products.
Madrid is currently considering whether to approach Chelsea with a substantial offer that might put their determination to the test during the January transfer window.
Source: Ghana Soccernet