CARNEY CHUKWUEMEKA NEWS

Strikes clean volley in draw Chukwuemeka scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Hamburger SV.

Impact Chukwuemeka led the Borussia Dortmund attack Saturday with four shot attempts (one on goal) and scored their lone goal in a 1-1 draw at Hamburg. The goal was the attacker's first of the league campaign and first Bundesliga goal since April of 2024. In addition to his goal, Chukwuemeka contributed three tackles (three won) to the defensive effort while logging a season-high 82 minutes of play.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Chukwuemeka assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 4-2 victory versus FC Copenhagen.

Impact After starting in his first UCL appearance of the year, Chukwuemeka entered as a sub in this one, replacing Julian Brandt in the 62nd minute. He made an instant impact by assisting on a shot attempt in the 66th minute, before he set up Felix Nmecha, who buried a shot from outside the box in the 76th. This marked the second goal contribution in UCL play this year for Chukwuemeka, while he also has recorded at least one shot and one chance created in both of his appearances.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores second in 4-1 win Chukwuemeka scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-1 win against Athletic.

Impact Chukwuemeka scored the second to help put Dortmund 2-0 ahead in his first start for Borussia Dortmund this season. He was an unused substitute in the first Champions League game and has only featured for 85 minutes in his four Bundesliga appearances so far.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Could be set for surgery Chukwuemeka is dealing with knee problems and could be set for surgery, according to Ruhr Nachrichten.

Impact Chukwuemeka is currently dealing with knee problems that prevent him from being at 100% with Dortmund and could be set for surgery. Reports indicate that the club will wait until the winter break for him to undergo the operation, meaning the forward will likely hold a bench role for small appearances at best with BVB.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund makes Chukwuemeka's loan from Chelsea permanent

Borussia Dortmund has signed English youth international Carney Chukwuemeka on a permanent basis from Chelsea

AUGUST 26 • Associated Press

Transfers to Dortmund Chukwuemeka has completed a transfer to Dortmund from Chelsea, according to his new club.

Impact Chukwuemeka is returning to Dortmund this season after he was on loan with them last season, now joining permanently on a deal through 2030. This comes after he started in one of his 10 appearances with the club last season, being more of a rotational option. That said, he will likely be a rotational option this season, having a chance to work into a bigger role in the future.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Borussia Dortmund eye double Chelsea raid as Bundesliga side close in on permanent Carney Chukwuemeka deal and line up separate loan deal | Goal.com US Borussia Dortmund are pursuing the services of two Chelsea stars, with the clubs now in advanced talks over a permanent switch for Carney Ch...

AUGUST 21 • GOAL.COM

Borussia Dortmund close in on new deal for Chelsea's Carney Chukwuemeka and line up new offer to sign Facundo Buonanotte from Brighton | Goal.com US Borussia Dortmund's plans to bolster their midfield this summer are set to bear fruit, with the club closing in on two Premier League player...

AUGUST 5 • GOAL.COM

Borussia Dortmund target new loan deal for Chelsea's Carney Chukwuemeka amid injury concerns and eye Brighton youngster as Niko Kovac seeks Jamie Gittens replacement | Goal.com US Borussia Dortmund have reignited plans to sign Carney Chukwuemeka on loan from Chelsea this summer as they continue to find Jamie Gittens' r...

JULY 29 • GOAL.COM

Chelsea reach Xavi Simons agreement as RB Leipzig open Carney Chukwuemeka talks in possible swap between Premier League and Bundesliga sides | Goal.com US Chelsea are closing in on agreeing personal terms with Xavi Simons as RB Leipzig considering a move for Carney Chukwuemeka in potential swap...

JULY 23 • GOAL.COM

More income for Chelsea? Borussia Dortmund chief makes Carney Chukwuemeka transfer claim with midfielder set to return from loan spell after FIFA Club World Cup exit | Goal.com US Carney Chukwuemeka may yet make his move to Borussia Dortmund permanent, after a club chief claimed he hopes to agree a deal to sign him fro...

JULY 6 • GOAL.COM

Chelsea transfer news: Borussia Dortmund want to keep Carney Chukwuemeka Borussia Dortmund want to re-sign Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka next season, says sporting director Sebastian Kehl.

JULY 6 • BBC.CO.UK

Chelsea news: Carney Chukwuemeka to Dortmund update Chelsea news: Carney Chukwuemeka to Dortmund update

JULY 2 • BBC.CO.UK

Mainly bench option on loan Chukwuemeka recorded one goal on eight shots in 10 appearances (one start) while on loan with Dortmund this season.

Impact Chukwuemeka didn't see any first-team time this season until he departed Chelsea on loan for Dortmund, capturing a few appearances with the German club. He was even able to score a goal while managing a few European appearances in UCL play as well. The question now is whether the club will exercise a buy option, as a return to Chelsea could see him with minimal minutes again, while he seemingly was able to grow a role with Dortmund.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Goalkeeper says his concussion shows soccer referees need to act faster on head injuries

German goalkeeper Oliver Baumann has been diagnosed with concussion after an incident which he says shows referees need to act swiftly to cut the risk of players suffering head inj...

APRIL 30 • Associated Press

Bench option Chukwuemeka (thigh) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Gladbach.

Impact Chukwuemeka is fit once again after a match out due to a thing injury, seeing a spot on the bench during his return. He has seen more of a rotational role since joining the club, starting in two of his nine appearances, so he will likely remain in this role.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers for Sunday Chukwuemeka (thigh) has trained again and is an option for Sunday's match against Galdbach, according to manager Niko Kovac. "Chukwuemeka participated in parts of the training. So...

Impact Chukwuemeka appears to only be dealing with a minor injury after missing out in their last contest, as he rejoined training and is an option again. That said, he should return to the team sheet Sunday, likely seeing a bench spot to test his legs after the absence.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Out with thigh injury Chukwuemeka is out for Tuesday's match against Barcelona due to a thing injury, according to his club.

Impact Chukwuemeka is not in the squad Tuesday as Dortmund try to come back from their first-le deficit, with the midfielder left out with a thigh injury. He will hope his issues are only minor, with the club's next contest Sunday.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal in start Chukwuemeka scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 victory against SC Freiburg.

Impact Chukwuemeka earned his first Bundesliga start Saturday, scoring a goal in 70 minutes of play. Since joining from Chelsea, the midfielder has maintained a depth option in the attack with one start in five league appearances, while also playing in two UCL games for BVB.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Find bench spot Chukwuemeka (thigh) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Lille.

Impact Chukwuemeka has made the team sheet after training Tuesday, with the midfielder earning a spot on the bench. He has yet to start in a match since being loaned to Dortmund and is likely to continue in a rotational role moving forward now that he is fit again.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Trains again, makes squad list Chukwuemeka (thigh) was involved in training and was named to the squad list for Wednesday's match against Lille, according to his club.

Impact Chukwuemeka looks to be making the call for Wednesday, as he has been named to the squad list after training the past few days. the midfielder will hope this is the end of his injury spell, missing five of his eight matches since joining Dortmund due to injury. He has yet to start since joining the club and will likely only see a bench spot if he is an option.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Trains, not an option Chukwuemeka (thigh) has trained but is not an option for Saturday's match against Augsburg, according to manager Niko Kovac, per BVB Newsblog. "Carney Chukwuemeka trained with the...

Impact Chukwuemeka is still not an option Saturday, as the midfielder has trained but was not given the green light. That said, he should be nearing a return, likely returning in their next contest. He will now hope to be fit for the match against Lille on Wednesday and leave the injury bug in the past, struggling to stay fit since joining Dortmund on loan.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Not with team Chukwuemeka (thigh) didn't join the team for Tuesday's clash with Lille, Ruhr Nachrichten reports.

Impact Chukwuemeka was a doubt for Tuesday's match, and now didn't join the team pre-match. the midfielder isn't expected to be an option Tuesday, though even if he had been fit it was more likely than not he would have been a bench option.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt thigh injury Chukwuemeka is questionable for Tuesday's match against Lille due to a thigh injury, according to manager Niko Kovac. "Carney had problems with his thigh after a collision in Hambu...

Impact Chukwuemeka will be a late call for Tuesday after just returning from another issue, as he has been dealt a thigh injury after Saturday's match. Luckily for the club, this woulnd't be a major loss, as he has yet to see a start with the club since joining. That said, even if he is fit, expect a spot on the bench.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Plays Saturday despite injury Chukwuemeka (undisclosed) appeared off the bench for 20 minutes in Saturday's 6-0 win over Union Berlin.

Impact Chukwuemeka was bacl on the field Saturday depsite the claim that he needed more time, earning a spot on the bench against Berlin. He would see time, appearing for 20 minutes, notching a clearance and a chance created in the win. He has appeared twice off the bench in both of his appearnces with the club since joining on loan and will look to see more time now that he is fit.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE