Carney Chukwuemeka is set to return to Chelsea after Borussia Dortmund chose not to activate his purchase option for 35m. Initially struggling with injuries, Chukwuemeka showcased his talent during a brief substitute appearance at Dortmund, leading to praise from coach Niko Kovac. However, ongoing fitness issues have hindered his gameplay, prompting Dortmund to withdraw from negotiating a permanent deal. Chelsea's coach Enzo Maresca indicated that Chukwuemeka's lack of Premier League minutes contributed to the decision for him to seek playing time elsewhere, emphasizing the need for consistent game play.
Dortmund's head coach Niko Kovac praised Chukwuemeka's debut, describing it as 'sensationally good,' but raised concerns about his fitness, stating 'he'll bring us joy if he stays healthy.'
Enzo Maresca's comments highlight Chelsea's crowded squad, stating, 'Carney is a very good player, but for the amount of players we have, we decided... it's better to leave and prove himself.'
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