"Centre-back Aaron Anselmino is leaving Borussia Dortmund and immediately returning to Chelsea. The Premier League club activated a clause on Sunday evening, prematurely ending the defender's loan, which was originally set to run until June 30, 2026. The 20-year-old made ten competitive appearances for Borussia Dortmund, scoring one goal. The club deeply regrets Aaron Anselmino's sudden departure and thanks him for his commitment over the past few months. BVB wishes the Argentinian all the best for his future."
"Anselmino was set to spend the entire 2025-26 campaign with Dortmund, but the Blues have recalled the centre-back amid their defensive problems. Injuries have plagued the centre of Chelsea's defence this season, with Trevoh Chalobah and Wesley Fofana both sidelined on multiple occasions, while Levi Colwill suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in pre-season."
"Anselmino made just 10 appearances for Dortmund after suffering muscle injuries of his own this term, but the 20-year-old impressed when he did feature. In his six Bundesliga matches, Anselmino won 100% of his tackles (nine) and 55% of his duels, with his only goal coming in a 2-1 win over Bayer Leverkusen."
Aaron Anselmino will immediately return to Chelsea after the Premier League club activated a recall clause that prematurely ended his loan at Borussia Dortmund. He had been expected to spend the 2025-26 season with Dortmund but made ten competitive appearances, scoring one goal. Chelsea's decision follows defensive injury problems including long-term absences for Trevoh Chalobah, Wesley Fofana, and an ACL injury to Levi Colwill. Dortmund expressed regret at Anselmino's sudden departure and thanked him for his commitment. Anselmino missed time with muscle injuries but impressed in Bundesliga matches, winning all nine tackles and 55% of duels.
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