Denzel Akyeampong

Denzel Owoahene-Akyeampong (born 2 May 2004) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for Charlotte Independence in USL League One.

Youth
Akyeampong was spotted at primary school during a Crystal Palace foundation event in 2013, which saw him join the Fox Soccer Academy. During his time at the FSA, Akyeampong helped the team to achieving three league titles and played a part in helping the team to qualify for two National Finals in 2022 and 2023, where they were crowned National Champion in 2022. Akyeampong trialled with numuerous clubs including West Bromwich Albion and AB.

Akyeampong also spent time with the under-23 team of Southern Counties East League Division One side Tooting Bec during their 2021–22 season, where he scoring 16 goals in 14 appearances. He also made two senior appearances for the club in 2022.

Professional
After appearing in a showcase organised by the FSA, Akyeampong was spotted by the head coach of USL League One side Charlotte Independence. He went on trial with the club in February 2023, and signed his first professional contract with Charlotte on 23 June 2023. He didn't make an appearance for the club during the 2023 season, but re-signed for the team on 8 December 2023.