Chelsea are reportedly willing to lower their asking price for Carney Chukwuemeka to around €25m, potentially tempting Borussia Dortmund to sign the English midfielder.

Borussia Dortmund are considering signing Carney Chukwuemeka from Chelsea, and the Blues are reportedly willing to lower their asking price to around €25m. This development could give Dortmund a lifeline in their pursuit of the English midfielder, who previously had a successful loan spell at the club.

Chukwuemeka’s loan deal at Dortmund included a €35m purchase option, but the Bundesliga side decided not to activate it.

Now, with the potential price drop, Dortmund might be willing to sign him on a permanent basis. The club has already signed Jobe Bellingham, but they are still looking to strengthen their squad, and Chukwuemeka’s skills could be an attractive addition.

The English midfielder scored one goal in 17 appearances for Dortmund during his six-month loan spell, showcasing his potential in the Bundesliga. If the price is around €25m, Dortmund might consider signing him permanently, especially given his familiarity with the club and the league.

RB Leipzig has also joined the race for Chukwuemeka, and with Xavi Simons’ future likely away from the Saxon club, they will want to secure another attacking midfielder. However, Dortmund’s interest in Chukwuemeka remains strong, and they might be willing to make a move if the price is right.

The Blues had invested in Chukwuemeka’s development, but he has struggled to break into the first team. By selling him to Dortmund, Chelsea could recoup some of their investment and allow Chukwuemeka to play regular football.

The potential transfer would be a win-win for both Chelsea and Dortmund. Chelsea would get a decent fee for Chukwuemeka, while Dortmund would strengthen their squad with a talented young player. Chukwuemeka would also get the opportunity to play regular football and develop his skills further.