Chelsea star completes permanent £24m move to Borussia Dortmund – as Blues look to cut bloated squad before transfer deadline in

 

Here’s recap on the latest transfer buzz:

 

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**Chelsea’s Summer Clear‑Out Culminates with Chukwuemeka Sale**

 

Chelsea have completed the permanent transfer of Carney Chukwuemeka to Borussia Dortmund for a reported **£24 million**, part of a broader strategy to slim down their bloated squad before the transfer window shuts on **1 September 2025**. The deal also includes a significant **sell‑on clause**, securing Chelsea a cut of any future sale ([Talksport][1], [We Ain\'t Got No History][2], [The Sun][3], [Sports Mole][4]).

 

Chukwuemeka, aged 21, impressed during a six-month loan spell at Dortmund in the second half of last season. He has now signed a **five‑year contract lasting until 2030** ([We Ain\'t Got No History][2], [Sports Mole][4]). His time at Stamford Bridge saw limited opportunities — just 32 appearances and two goals since his 2022 arrival from Aston Villa ([We Ain\'t Got No History][2], [Wikipedia][5]).

 

This sale marks one of many in a summer of offloads for Chelsea. The club has already amassed roughly **£273 million** in player sales—nearly matching their spending — positioning them more favourably under UEFA’s financial regulations ([The Sun][3], [The Standard][6], [Talksport][7], [Wikipedia][8]).

 

Meanwhile, teammate **Aaron Anselmino** is also heading to Dortmund, though on a **season‑long loan without an option to buy** ([Talksport][1], [Republic World][9]). Chelsea continue to explore additional exits, with names like Nicolas Jackson, Raheem Sterling, and Ben Chilwell still linked with potential departures ([Talksport][1]).

 

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**Summary Snapshot**

 

| Point | Details |

| —————– | ————————————————————- |

| **Player** | Carney Chukwuemeka |

| **To** | Borussia Dortmund |

| **Fee** | £24M + significant sell‑on clause |

| **Contract** | Five years, until 2030 |

| **Purpose** | Trim squad, bolster finances ahead of deadline and UEFA rules |

| **Related Moves** | Aaron Anselmino loaned to Dortmund; more departures expected |

 

This move allows Chelsea to strike a balance between fiscal responsibility and maintaining squad harmony, while enabling Chukwuemeka to develop in a setting where he’s already shown positive potential.