Chelsea are keen to retain Josh Achimpong for the long haul, even as interest in the defender mounts from various English and European clubs. Reports from TEAMtalk indicate that the Blues are working on a new deal for the 20-year-old, which could stretch all the way to 2032.
Currently, Achimpong's contract runs until 2029, but the Chelsea hierarchy is eager to improve his terms and put the matter of the player's potential departure to bed.
Manager Xabi Alonso is fully on board with this decision, valuing Achimpong’s abilities highly and viewing him as a key component of the club's long-term vision.
The versatility of Achimpong is particularly appreciated by Alonso, with the defender capable of operating both in central defence and on the right flank.
Interest in the young Englishman has surged throughout 2026, with clubs like Arsenal, Liverpool, Newcastle, and Bournemouth all keeping a close eye on the situation during the summer.
Additionally, Crystal Palace aimed to include Achimpong in a deal to sign Maxence Lacroix from Chelsea, but the proposal was turned down.
Beyond the English Premier League, clubs like Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and Napoli have also shown interest, reaching out for information on the defender over the past year.
However, Chelsea's stance remains steadfast. Back in June, the club made it clear they weren’t open to selling Achimpong, and now they’re intent on solidifying that stance with a new long-term agreement.
TEAMtalk reports that discussions to extend the contract will continue shortly.
For Chelsea, holding onto Achimpong is a crucial objective in their efforts to build a strong squad for the future. The club is hopeful that the academy product from Cobham will continue to develop under Alonso and evolve into a central figure in their defensive line.
