The wonderkid has earned experience from his national team appearances and he is now banging on the door at club level to play more often
It felt fitting that Ethan Ampadu signed a new contract with Chelsea on the eve of the club's Europa League opener, against PAOK FC on Thursday.
The second-tier tournament may be derided by some but it offers the 18-year-old his best chance of proving himself worthy of more regular game time at Stamford Bridge.
One wouldn't bet against him. After all, Ampadu has already been making headlines at international level.
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A stunning assist for Aaron Ramsey in Wales' 4-1 win over Republic of Ireland earlier this month underlined that the versatile midfielder belongs at the highest level.