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What Daniel Sturridge said about Josh Acheampong was what Chelsea fans already knew about him

Despite his age, Josh Acheampong has been one of Chelsea's most impressive players this season, and at just 20, many have backed him to be selected for England.

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 10:15 PM
What Daniel Sturridge said about Josh Acheampong was what Chelsea fans already knew about him
Key Things to Know
  • Daniel Sturridge praised Josh Acheampong's performance against Manchester United, claiming the 20-year-old can become an elite player.
  • Connor Johnson notes that Acheampong completed 60 of 65 passes and showed strong versatility during the match.
  • Sturridge also highlighted Brazilian youngster Estevao, who had two goals disallowed in his return to Chelsea's starting lineup.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge took to social media to praise 20-year-old Josh Acheampong following his impressive performance against Manchester United at Stamford Bridge. Sturridge described the England under-21 international as a "baller" and predicted he has the potential to reach an elite level in football.

The Pride of London's Connor Johnson highlights Acheampong's versatility and passing under manager Xabi Alonso, noting he completed 60 of 65 passes during Saturday's match. Sturridge also commended returning forward Estevao, who had two goals disallowed during the fixture.

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