Carney Chukwuemeka’s rise in form has left Borussia Dortmund with a big decision to make fast.
The young England midfielder, on loan from Chelsea, has been catching attention with strong displays, pushing the German club to consider a permanent move.
Dortmund must act before 14 June, the start of the Club World Cup, to trigger the €35 million buy option. That’s sooner than they expected, and it blocks any hopes of using potential tournament earnings to help cover the fee.
Sport Bild reports that Chelsea are unlikely to offer more time or flexibility. The agreed price is already below Chukwuemeka’s €40 million release clause, so Dortmund won’t get a better deal later.
It’s a make-or-break moment. Chukwuemeka has grown into an important player during the second half of the season, showing real potential as a long-term midfield asset. Letting him go could be costly, but committing now carries financial risk.
The clock is ticking, and Dortmund must decide gamble on talent or play it safe and watch him return to London.
