Carney Chukwuemeka Joins Borussia Dortmund from Chelsea

Borussia Dortmund have signed Carney Chukwuemeka from Chelsea. The midfielder now has a five-year contract, staying with the club until 2030.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Borussia Dortmund have announced Carney Chukwuemeka‘s move from Chelsea after a successful loan. The 21-year-old midfielder played 17 times for Dortmund during his loan spell and scored once. He did well in the 4-1 win over Freiburg. Sporting director Sebastian Kehl praised his creativity and skill. Chukwuemeka said he is excited to join the team full-time and feels at home in Dortmund after meeting the club, coach, and fans. Chukwuemeka had previously expressed his desire to remain at Dortmund, where he felt appreciated and noticed more playing time.

DORTMUND AND CHELSEA: RECENT PERFORMANCES

Dortmund finished in fourth place in the Bundesliga in 2024/25, earning a spot in the Champions League. They began the 2025/26 season with a 3-3 draw against St. Pauli and will host Union Berlin next, a team that beat VfB Stuttgart in the opening match. Chelsea ended last season in fourth place in the Premier League and have focused on changing their line-up, including letting Chukwuemeka go, as they deemed him surplus to requirements in their overcrowded midfield.

WHAT COMES NEXT FOR CLUB AND PLAYER?

Chukwuemeka will play a big part for Borussia Dortmund this season. He has joined a team that also signed Jobe Bellingham and Patrick Drewes this summer. Dortmund wants to start strong, improve their league standing, and advance in the Champions League. Chukwuemeka could reappear for Dortmund this weekend against Union Berlin. Fans and coaches expect him to use his skills to help close the gap to the Bundesliga leaders. As reported, Dortmund are ready to pay €20 million plus bonuses and have secured Chukwuemeka’s permanent move after he expressed a strong preference to stay in Germany.