Chelsea look to the future, extend contract of 18-year-old defender | OneFootball

Chelsea officially announced this Thursday the contract renewal of young defender Genesis Antwi, 18 years old, considered one of the most promising talents from the London club’s academy. The new deal will last for three years, with the possibility of an extension for two more seasons.

Youth Academy Work

Antwi joined the club back in the under-12s and has been developed over the years at Cobham, a training center renowned for producing great talents. Currently, he mainly plays for the under-19 and under-21 teams, where he has been attracting attention for his quality.

Brief Experience

Despite his young age, the defender has already had the opportunity to make his debut for the first team. In the 2024/25 season, he played two matches with the senior squad, an experience that reinforces the coaching staff’s confidence in his potential.

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