Borussia Dortmund have reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign Carney Chukwuemeka in a transfer worth about €25 million, including bonuses and a strong sell-on clause – www.isagoal.com reports.
Soccernet.ng confirmed that the 21-year-old midfielder will undergo his medical on Monday, alongside Argentine defender Aaron Anselmino, who is joining on loan.
Fabrizio Romano made it official by writing, “Carney Chukwuemeka to Borussia Dortmund, here we go! Deal done and plan confirmed.”
The English-born Nigerian midfielder spent last season on loan at Signal Iduna Park, where his technical skills and energy left a lasting impression.
Dortmund executives pushed for a permanent deal after being convinced by his consistency and growth during his temporary spell.
Chukwuemeka originally arrived at Chelsea from Aston Villa in 2022 in a £20 million deal but found game time difficult to secure at Stamford Bridge.
A series of injuries and the crowded Chelsea midfield limited his chances, despite showing flashes of quality in the Premier League.
With Dortmund, he now gains a fresh start and a platform to establish himself in the Bundesliga, a league famous for nurturing young players.
The move could mark a turning point in his career, giving him the regular minutes he lacked in England.
This article was updated 5 days ago