Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka is on the verge of sealing a loan move to Borussia Dortmund, with reports suggesting the deal is in its final stages.

The 21-year-old has struggled for game time under Enzo Maresca, playing just 130 minutes across five appearances in the EFL Cup and Conference League this season. Despite Chelsea’s shortage of central midfielders during the first half of the campaign—especially over the busy festive period—Chukwuemeka was overlooked, signalling the club’s intent to move him on.

Dortmund Set to Benefit from Chelsea’s Midfield Logjam

According to Sky Sports News, Chukwuemeka is already in Germany for a medical ahead of his temporary switch to the Bundesliga giants. Chelsea are reportedly keen to include a purchase option exceeding £40 million—above the release clause in his current contract—though that valuation may prove steep unless he shines in the coming months.

Since joining from Aston Villa two and a half years ago, Chukwuemeka has managed just 746 minutes across 32 appearances for Chelsea. More alarmingly, he has yet to complete a full 90 minutes at senior club level, something Maresca will want to address if he is to reintegrate him next season.

Dortmund’s English Talent Pipeline

Dortmund have a strong track record of nurturing young English talent, having previously developed the likes of Jadon Sancho and Jude Bellingham. With new head coach Niko Kovač taking charge, they are desperate for midfield reinforcements as they languish in 11th place in the Bundesliga.

Although Dortmund are still in the Champions League last 24, they sit four points adrift of automatic qualification for next season’s tournament. Chukwuemeka will have a golden opportunity to kick-start his career in Germany—now, it’s up to him to make the most of it.

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