This boy’s career has been all about relegations so far. Ethan Ampadu has suffered three relegations in as many years, but neither has come with his parent club. After years of loans and heartbreaks – he’s ready for a change: Leeds United.The Whites have just suffered a relegation of their own. They’ve appointed new head coach Daniel Farke and are trying to build a team capable of returning to the Premier League. The Yorkshire club has reportedly made a $9 million offer for the 22-year-old defender – and it’s been accepted at Stamford Bridge.##NAJAVA_MECA_7371303##The Wales international also had interest from clubs in the Premier League, Italy and Spain, but Leeds’ bid was the only concrete interest and will now undergo a medical. Ampadu, who trained under new manager Mauricio Pochettino last week, has just one year left on his contract, and Chelsea were ready to cash in. The Argentinean coach wasn’t overly keen on extending Ampadu’s stay.The young defender, who can also play in midfield, joined Chelsea as a 16-year-old in 2017 – currently making him the club’s longest-serving player – and made 12 appearances in his first two seasons. After failing to imprint himself within the sides of Antonio Conte, Maurizio Sarri, or Frank Lampard during his first spell in charge of the west London side, Ampadu was sent on loan to RB Leipzig for the 2019/20 season. Afterwards, he was loaned to Sheffield United, Venezia and Spezia – suffering three consecutive relegations. Perhaps breaking the habit is what Ampadu needed. For once, his role will be to chase a promotion rather than trying to escape getting demoted. 🚨 Chelsea have sold Ampadu to Leeds. £7m + add ons. (@PhilHay_ @TheAthleticFC) #CFC https://t.co/hrihzIIgOI— Pys (@CFCPys) July 17, 2023 Leeds are undergoing a root-and-branch overhaul following their relegation from the Premier League and their sale to new owners the 49ers Enterprises. The club have already said goodbye to Rodrigo, who is set to join Qatari side Al Rayyan and have booked several loan moves for players, including Rasmus Kristensen, who joined Roma, and Brenden Aaronson, who switched to Union Berlin.
