Chelsea Close In on Jamie Bynoe-Gittens as Transfer Talks Advance

Chelsea are trying hard to sign Jamie Bynoe-Gittens from Borussia Dortmund. The winger wants to move to Stamford Bridge. Both clubs are in talks, and Chelsea are expected to make a new offer soon. They hope to reach a deal before the summer tour and Club World Cup.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Chelsea have already made an offer for Bynoe-Gittens, around £42 million, but Borussia Dortmund rejected it. Talks started again after Bynoe-Gittens told Dortmund he wants to join Chelsea. He even declined to go on Dortmund’s pre-season tour in the US. Dortmund want about €65 million, including bonuses. Chelsea are keen to sign the young English winger and will make a new bid. Bynoe-Gittens has a personal agreement with Chelsea for a long-term contract. Dortmund are ready to let him go as they plan their squad for the season.

CHELSEA AND DORTMUND: SEASON SO FAR

In the 2024/25 season, Chelsea finished 6th in the Premier League. They qualified for the Europa League and are preparing for the FIFA Club World Cup. Chelsea want to strengthen their attack, and Bynoe-Gittens is a top target after his impressive Bundesliga season. Dortmund finished 5th in the Bundesliga and will play in the Champions League. They want to refresh their squad after mixed results under coach Niko Kovac. Bynoe-Gittens scored 6 goals and provided 5 assists in all competitions, proving he is one of Europe’s top young wide players.

WHAT NEXT?

Bynoe-Gittens may not join Borussia Dortmund’s pre-season trip to the US as he waits for the clubs to finalize his transfer. Chelsea’s next match is a pre-season friendly against Real Betis, and their Europa League games start later this summer. They want to complete the transfer before the FIFA Club World Cup, where both teams will compete. The transfer might be completed soon if Chelsea meet Dortmund’s demands. It could end one of the summer’s biggest transfer stories and give Chelsea a big boost for the new season.