Overview

• Borussia Dortmund confirmed a one-year loan for Argentine U20 center-back Aaron Anselmino from Chelsea, with a possible debut Sunday at home to Union Berlin.
• Lars Ricken and Sebastian Kehl cited the injury situation at center-back and said Anselmino will be integrated quickly to meet immediate needs.
• German reports indicate the loan contains no purchase option, underscoring the move as short-term cover for this season.
• Anselmino is under contract at Chelsea through 2031 after a €16.5 million move from Boca Juniors in 2024, and he has completed his medical in Dortmund.
• Dortmund made Carney Chukwuemeka’s Chelsea loan permanent earlier this week, and multiple outlets report the club is close to a €25 million deal for Wolves striker Fabio Silva, with the player’s final approval still pending.