Chelsea Refuse to Let Acheampong Go Amid City's Pursuit

According to reports, Manchester City are interested in signing Chelsea defender Josh Acheampong. However, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has no desire to let the 19-year-old go this summer.

Chelsea have been hit with several defensive injuries, including the long-term absence of Levi Colwill. While the club has signed Jorrel Hato from Ajax, Maresca sees Acheampong as an integral part of his plans. The teenager has impressed in pre-season and could feature in Chelsea's upcoming match against Crystal Palace.

In other news, Bayern Munich are in talks with Chelsea regarding a move for forward Christopher Nkunku. The 27-year-old, who joined Chelsea from RB Leipzig last year, has struggled to live up to expectations, managing just 18 goals and 5 assists in 62 games. With Maresca not entirely convinced by Nkunku, Chelsea are now looking to cash in on the player this summer.

Bayern are eyeing Nkunku as a potential replacement for Kingsley Coman, who is in talks to join Al-Nassr. The Bundesliga champions have had an agreement in place with Nkunku's camp since January, and are now considering a loan deal, while Chelsea prefer a permanent transfer.