Chelsea Reject Dortmund Approach for Anselmino, Keep January Recall Option in Play

Overview

• Chelsea have a conditional clause to recall Aaron Anselmino in January if he falls short of agreed playing minutes, according to multiple reports.
• Enzo Maresca’s injury-hit defense has prompted internal discussions over bringing the centre-back back to Stamford Bridge for cover.
• Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovač has said the situation is settled with Chelsea and he expects Anselmino to stay for the season.
• Anselmino has appeared in roughly ten matches and logged about 564 minutes, with a recent hamstring/thigh issue contributing to the minutes shortfall.
• Chelsea declined Dortmund’s request to arrange a permanent deal and are not finalizing the player’s long-term future yet, according to Fabrizio Romano, with no purchase option in the loan.