ETHAN AMPADU NEWS

Ethan Ampadu signs for Leeds: An 'aggressive' move with hope he'll find settled home Ethan Ampadu's move to Leeds from Chelsea suits both clubs - and will hopefully help the versatile player prosper

JULY 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Leeds sign Ampadu from Chelsea Leeds United have completed the signing of defender Ethan Ampadu on a four-year deal from Chelsea. The Championship club will pay £7million...

JULY 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Leeds close to signing Ampadu from Chelsea Leeds United are close to signing Chelsea defender Ethan Ampadu. The clubs are currently in talks over a potential permanent deal for the 22...

JULY 17, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Busy in season finale Ampadu had two interceptions, two interceptions, and one block and won one tackle in Round 38's 1-3 loss to Roma.

Impact Ampadu had a strong showing in the back, but it wasn't enough to stop the opponents. He had a solid campaign but experienced the third straight relegation after those with Sheffield United and Venezia. He's returning to Chelsea as Spezia didn't have an option to keep him. He logged 66 tackles, 36 interceptions, 91 clearances, and 23 blocks in 31 games, contributing to five clean sheets.

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for Monza game Ampadu served a one-game in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Sampdoria.

Impact Ampadu skipped one after getting expelled versus Lazio. He'll replace either Salvatore Esposito, Simone Bastoni, or Przemyslaw Wisniewski in the next match. He has tallied seven tackles (four won), 31 clearances, four interceptions, and four blocks in his last five appearances, with no clean sheets.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Friday Ampadu was shown two yellow cards and sent off during Friday's clash with Lazio.

Impact Ampadu picked up the red late in the second half after seeing his second yellow card. The defender will now face a one-match ban for an April 22 trip to Sampdoria. Ampadu has been a nailed-on starter when available, with 24 appearances (all starts) in Serie A.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Juventus Ampadu completed his ban in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Empoli.

Impact Ampadu will be eligible to face Juventus Sunday and will get the nod either in the midfield or in the back, depending on how aggressive the coach wants to be. He has posted four crosses (two accurate), 17 tackles (eight won), seven interceptions, and seven clearances in the last five matches.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Empoli game Ampadu won two of three tackles and six duels and had three clearances, and two interceptions in Sunday's 0-3 defeat to Napoli and will miss one match due to yellow-card accumulati...

Impact Ampadu made his presence felt in the midfield with his muscularity, but he was also booked for the fifth time in the campaign. Emil Holm, Salva Ferrer, and Przemyslaw Wisniewski will be candidates to make the XI next week as Spezia will be down multiple defenders.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets busy in Bologna game Ampadu had three crosses (two accurate), won four of five tackles and eight duels, and had two interceptions in Friday's 0-2 loss to Bologna.

Impact Ampadu brought the hustle in the midfield as per usual and contributed a little to the offense as well. He has played in the midfield and not in the back in the last few matches, which allows him to put together well-rounded stat lines. He has logged five shots (one on target), 18 tackles (eight won), eight interceptions, and seven clearances in the last five appearances.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks two shots against Iran Ampadu had two crosses (zero accurate) and two blocks, drew one foul and won four duels in Friday's 0-2 defeat against Iran.

Impact Ampadu stayed in the XI after subbing off with fatigue in the opener and worked hard in the midfield as per usual. He has recorded two tackles, two interceptions, six clearances, and three blocks in two World Cup games.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Iran Ampadu (thigh) is getting the nod in Friday's match against Iran.

Impact Ampadu left the opener a little early simply because he was cramping up. He shined defensively against the United States, logging two tackles (both won), one interception, and four clearances, on top of drawing two fouls and taking one off-target shot.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set for Iran match Ampadu (strain) participated in Wednesday's training session.

Impact Ampadu dealt with cramps late into a physically draining draw with the United States on Monday but didn't show signs of serious injury. He should remain a starter so long as he has the legs for it.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off with cramp Ampadu came off with a cramp in the 95th minute of Monday's 1-1 draw with the USA.

Impact Ampadu played through the entirety of the match, coming off for Joe Morrell five minutes before full time. The defensive midfielder was limping, though from the treatment he received on the sideline it seemed to be cramp. If it was only a cramp Ampadu will likely be right back in the starting XI for Friday's clash with Iran.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ethan Ampadu exclusive: Wales and Chelsea midfielder talks Qatar World Cup 'dream', expectations and facing England Chelsea midfielder Ethan Ampadu named in 26-man Wales squad; the 22-year-old already has 37 caps and is relishing heading to Qatar in their...

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • SKY.COM

Provides rare assist Ampadu had an assist while taking three shots (two on goal), crossing three times (one accurate) and creating three chances during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Udinese.

Impact Ampadu set up Arkadiusz Reca in the 33rd minute assisting the opening goal of the match. It was the first assist of the season for the midfielder in a rare offensive outing, though Ampadu did chip in a team-high seven tackles in the match as well.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Strong performance in goalless draw Ampadu made five clearances, two blocks, four tackles and an interception in Venezia's goalless draw with Cagliari on Sunday.

Impact Ampadu put in a strong defensive midfield performance to deliver a clean sheet. His team faced a barrage of 31 shots from Cagliari during the game. It was a tough season for the Chelsea loanee with his team finishing at the bottom of Serie A. He made 29 appearances (26 starts), had six shots (none on target), three assists and no goals this season. Ampadu's focus will now be to assist his Welsh national side win a spot in the World Cup finals. To do this they need to beat either Scotland or Ukraine in the play-off final over the summer.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four blocks versus Roma Ampadu had four blocks, two interceptions and three clearances and won five duels in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Roma.

Impact Ampadu was used as center-back in this one and put up numbers while contributing to holding the opponents in check. He has recorded 16 tackles (11 won), 12 interceptions, 16 clearances and six blocks in the last five appearances. Venezia will host Cagliari next week in the season finale.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Ampadu will be eligible for Saturday's away game versus Roma after serving a one-game suspension in Sunday's 4-3 win over Bologna.

Impact Ampadu will most likely be back in the XI, replacing either Domen Crnigoj or Michael Svoboda. He has tallied two chances, 17 tackles (11 won), 12 interceptions and 16 clearances in the last five appearances.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in Salernitana game Ampadu had two interceptions, won two of five tackles and eight duels and was sent off in Thursday's 1-2 loss to Salernitana.

Impact Ampadu worked hard in the midfield as usual but picked up two quick yellow cards out of frustration late in the game. He will have to sit out Sunday's home match against Bologna. Luca Fiordilino and Antonio Vacca will be the top candidates to replace him in the midfield, while Micheal Svoboda could get another nod in the back.

MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet against Atalanta Ampadu won 15 duels and three of two tackles and had six clearances and six interceptions in Saturday's 1-3 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Ampadu had a tremendous defensive display, posting a new season high interceptions and matching that in clearances, but it was not enough to keep the opponents in check. He has recorded five shots, five crosses (two accurate); 12 tackels (11 won) and 14 interceptions in the last five appearances. Venezia will visit Juventus next Sunday.

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Atalanta Ampadu served his one-game suspension in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Ampadu missed the second match of the season due to yellow-card accumulation. He will most likely be back in the XI in Saturday's home game versus Atalanta, replacing either Domen Crnigoj or Gianluca Busio in the midfield. He has logged four shots, eight tackles, eight interceptions and 12 clearances in the last four starts. He could feature as right-back over Ales Mateju if Tyronne Ebuehi remained sidelined.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Fiorentina match Ampadu won five of five tackles, had four interceptions, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and picked up his tenth yellow card of the season due to yellow-card accumulation in S...

Impact Ampadu had an outstanding defensive game as he played in a few different positions, but he will be forced to sit one out due to yellow-card accumulation for the second time in the season. Gianluca Busio or Luca Fiordilino will replace him in the midfield in Saturday's away game against Fiorentina.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Inter Ampadu sent in three crosses (one accurate), created one scoring chance, won two of three tackles and picked up an assist in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Ampadu manned the right flank with Pasquale Mazzocchi and Tyronne Ebuehi both unavailable and connected with Thomas Henry on the early goal. It is his third assist of the season, while he has notched 11 chances, ten crosses, 32 tackles and 24 interceptions in 15 appearances. Venezia will face Napoli at home on February 6th.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four interceptions against Sampdoria Ampadu made four interceptions in a 1-1 draw against Sampdoria on Sunday.

Impact Ampadu had a decent day for the visitors. The 21-year-old made four interceptions, most by any player in the match. Other than that, Ampadu also made a solitary clearance.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Juventus Ampadu completed his one-game suspension in Sunday's 3-4 loss to Juventus.

Impact Ampadu will likely get the start as it has been the case for the previous four matches, even though Domen Crnigoj fared well in relief. He will also be an option to replace the suspended Pietro Ceccaroni in the back since he is rather versatile. He has logged two assists, seven chances created, 17 tackles and 12 interceptions in nine matches so far.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE