Key Takeaways:
- Aaron Anselmino was recalled by Chelsea from his loan spell at Borussia Dortmund
- The Argentine defender featured six times in the Bundesliga, scoring once during his stint
- Borussia Dortmund have until 2 February to secure a replacement for the departing centre-back
Loan Spell Ends as Chelsea Invoke Recall Clause
Chelsea have opted to bring back Aaron Anselmino to Stamford Bridge with immediate effect, activating a clause that terminates his loan with Borussia Dortmund ahead of schedule. The 20-year-old Argentine, who joined the Bundesliga side for the first half of the season, bid farewell to his Dortmund teammates after six months in Germany. He is set to rejoin the London club next week.
Centre-back Aaron Anselmino is leaving Borussia Dortmund and will return to Chelsea FC with immediate effect.
Thank you, Aaron, for your time at BVB and all the best for your future! ✊ pic.twitter.com/gf2TQ5GYmW
— Borussia Dortmund (@BlackYellow) January 26, 2026
Anselmino’s Impact at Borussia Dortmund
During his time at Borussia Dortmund, Anselmino made six Bundesliga appearances and found the net once. The Bundesliga club publicly thanked the young defender for his contributions, posting: “Thank you, Aaron, for your time at Borussia and all the best for the future,” on their social media channels.
Transfer Window Deadline Looms for Dortmund
With Anselmino departing, Borussia Dortmund have only until 2 February to recruit a replacement in the centre-back position if they wish to reinforce their backline before the transfer window closes.
Chelsea’s Defensive Injury Headache
The decision to recall Anselmino comes as Chelsea contend with an ongoing defensive injury crisis, leaving the Premier League side short of options as the season progresses.
