Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens Open to Chelsea Move if Champions League Hopes Falter
Borussia Dortmund's Jamie Gittens, valued at £84m, is considering a move to Chelsea next summer if his club fails to secure Champions League qualification.
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Craig 'Tosh' McKinnon
Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens is reportedly open to joining Chelsea if the Bundesliga side fails to qualify for next season’s Champions League. Gittens, an England under-21 international, is keen to assess his future after the current campaign, with Chelsea monitoring his situation closely. The Blues, who are looking to bolster their attacking options under Enzo Maresca, may need to submit an £84m bid to secure the talented winger. While Dortmund are eager to retain him, Gittens has ambitions to play in the Premier League, provided the system and managerial stability align with his goals.
- Transfer Scenario: Gittens will entertain a move to Chelsea if Borussia Dortmund misses out on Champions League qualification.
- Valuation: Dortmund values Gittens at £84m, with three-and-a-half years left on his contract.
- Chelsea’s Interest: Chelsea sees Gittens as a strong fit for Enzo Maresca's system and are open to signing an attacker in the summer.
- Dortmund’s Position: Dortmund prefers to keep Gittens as a key part of their plans under Nuri Sahin but may sell for the right price.
- Player’s Ambition: Gittens is interested in competing in the Premier League but will only move if convinced of his compatibility with the club’s style and managerial stability.
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Written by
Craig 'Tosh' McKinnon
Co-founder of The1905Club. A life long Chelsea fan and season ticket holder for over twenty years. Now residing in Poland, this doesn't stop Tosh from watching every minute of every game.
