"Ethan Ampadu, oh my word. His energy... his football intelligence, his technique. Do you remember him early doors at Chelsea? It was so different at Chelsea because he was a centre-half who was good on the ball, now he's playing centre-midfield and dictating play. He's been amazing."
"Everyone was talking and raving about him weren't they and then he disappeared a little bit in terms of his reputation. I saw one or two people saying they weren't sure about him but I've been really impressed with him this season."
Ethan Ampadu, signed by Chelsea from Exeter City in 2017 at age 17, spent six years at Stamford Bridge but struggled to establish himself in the first team, making only 12 appearances. He spent most of his time on loan at various clubs including RB Leipzig, Sheffield United, Spezia, and Venezia. Chelsea sold him to Leeds United in 2023 for £7 million. Since joining Leeds, Ampadu has thrived, captaining the team to the Championship title last season and continuing to excel in the Premier League. Gary Lineker and Micah Richards praised his impressive performances, highlighting his energy, football intelligence, and technique. Playing as a centre-midfielder rather than centre-half, Ampadu has featured in nearly all of Leeds' Premier League matches this season as the team sits six points clear of the relegation zone.
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