Dortmund's summer window midfield puzzle points to Chelsea's rising star, 21-year-old Chukumeka, becoming the number one target for the Yellow and Black Army. This talented midfielder, who has been loaned to Dortmund for six months, has made 17 appearances and contributed 1 goal, winning the trust of the management and coach Nico Kovac.
Dortmund's plan is shrewd: the preferred option is to renew the lease, first ensuring that the player adapts to the intensive schedule and stays away from injuries, and then signing them completely on buyout terms next summer. But Chelsea's attitude has given another possibility to the deal - although the Blues once wanted to sell the 10th player with a market value of 18 million euros at a high price, it may now be reduced to around 25 million euros. If the price is reasonable, Dortmund does not rule out a direct buyout, as the player himself also desires to stay at Westphalia Stadium.
In addition to Chukumeka, Dortmund has also set his sights on 20-year-old rising star Fakundo Bernault from Brighton. This Argentine young player with Italian heritage is worth 20 million euros and is capable of playing as an attacking midfielder or right winger. He has scored 13 goals in 71 Premier League matches and is a potential option for Dortmund.
It is worth mentioning that Dortmund had long been interested in 18-year-old winger Ethan Enwali, but this € 55 million genius has chosen Arsenal and plans to renew his contract, leaving the Yellow and Black Army with no choice but to look for another target.
Nowadays, the departure of Chukumeka has become the key to strengthening Dortmund's midfield - should we wait and see if we renew the lease, or should we just win for 25 million euros? This game against Chelsea will determine the ultimate direction of Dortmund's midfield during the summer window.
