The youngster in exile from Chelsea over the contract situation while Real Madrid and Liverpool are waiting

England under-20 right back Josh Acheampong he is one of the most promising in Europe at the moment, and with his contract in decline, he is attracting a lot of attention. No less than Real Madrid, who need one after Dani Carvajal was ruled out for next year.

Real Madrid are interested in Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is out of contract next summer, but could move for Acheampong in January. A young righty, at only 18 years old, could provide cover and then competition at the position. The independent say that if Los Blancos go for Alexander-Arnold, Liverpool He could then pass on Acheampong, who is a player they also have a long-term interest in.

Acheampong has been impressive for Chelsea and England, but will not be doing so for the former for the foreseeable. Chelsea have decided not to play again until he signs a new contract, with his current deal running until 2026, while Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur are keeping an eye on how talks go. The London side insist they do not want to sell Acheampong though, and will try to get him a new deal.

Word is that Real Madrid could make a move for Acheampong in January if they see a need for a right-back, although that would obviously require Chelsea to be willing to negotiate. It would be a significant responsibility if he was asked to cover for Lucas Vazquez as a back-up right back for someone who played only 32 minutes of action. Recently, Carlo Ancelotti told the press that they had no plans to move for anyone in January, and Eder Militao can be used as a right defender.