Is a swift BVB exit on the cards? Kehl confirms release clause | OneFootball

Before the start of the second half of the season, Borussia Dortmund faces an unexpected setback in defense. A controversial clause in Aaron Anselmino’s contract is causing nervousness at BVB.

Borussia Dortmund is facing an unexpected personnel setback right in the middle of preparations for the second half of the season. Sporting director Sebastian Kehl has confirmed that Chelsea FC can recall center-back Aaron Anselmino, who is on loan at BVB, early in the winter.

The 20-year-old moved from London to Dortmund in the summer for one season and has made nine appearances so far. Especially during periods of personnel shortages, Anselmino impressed with his enthusiasm and robust tackling—performances that have clearly left an impression in Dortmund.

But this is exactly where the controversy lies: The loan agreement contains a clause that gives Chelsea a short-term recall option. Kehl made no secret of this and explained openly to Sky: “We are planning with him for the second half of the season. But in the end, of course, it’s a matter of contract structure. Chelsea also, given the situation we were in at the time, had certain expectations.”

BVB hopes Anselmino will stay beyond the winter

Nevertheless, BVB hopes that the loan will not end prematurely. With regard to all parties involved, Kehl emphasized: “I believe it makes sense for everyone involved that Aaron plays for Borussia Dortmund in the second half of the season as well, to help us, himself, and ultimately Chelsea too.”

A permanent signing of the Argentine is said to have already been ruled out internally at Dortmund. The situation at the English top club brings additional uncertainty. After the departure of coach Enzo Maresca, Chelsea is facing a period of upheaval. Liam Rosenior, who is currently still under contract at Racing Strasbourg, is considered a hot candidate for the head coach position. Whether the designated coach is planning with Anselmino for the second half of the season or only in the long term remains open.

For Dortmund, an immediate departure would come at a bad time. The Bundesliga runners-up are currently preparing for the restart at their training camp, which begins on Friday with an away game at Eintracht Frankfurt. If Chelsea exercises the clause, BVB would have to react quickly—both in sporting terms and on the transfer market.

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