Liverpool initiates contact to recruit Chelsea’s Josh Acheampong
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 7:05 AM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Liverpool has reportedly begun efforts to sign Chelsea's Josh Acheampong, whose future remains uncertain. The club seeks to bolster its defensive lineup, with several key players set to become free agents next summer. Acheampong, who can play both right-back and centre-back, has attracted Liverpool's interest after an unsuccessful enquiry this summer. Chelsea is keen to secure a long-term contract for the young defender, but Liverpool's approach may influence his decision.
- •Liverpool exploring signing of Chelsea's Josh Acheampong
- •Multiple senior defenders at Liverpool will be out of contract soon
- •Acheampong is a versatile defender, fitting Liverpool's needs
- •Chelsea wants to extend Acheampong's contract with a long-term deal
- •Liverpool's interest may affect Acheampong's future decisions
- 7:05 AMYahoo Sports — Liverpool make first contact to sign Chelsea star
"Liverpool have reportedly taken a step towards signing a Chelsea star. His future is a little up in the air.Liverpool know they need to find a defender from somewhere. They may even need to find four,...
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