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'It takes time!' – Borussia Dortmund chief explains last-minute deal to sign Carney Chukwuemeka from Chelsea

Borussia Dortmund sporting chief Sebastian Kehl has revealed just how brutal Chelsea were to deal with as he wrapped up a deal to sign Carney Chukwuemeka in a €20 million (£17m/$23m) move. Chukwuemeka, who spent last season on loan at Dortmund, was never likely to feature prominently in Chelsea’s long-term plans. But with the club seeking to keep their financial balance sheets in check, they refused to let him leave on the cheap.

Chelsea immediately reject 'insulting' bid for unwanted midfielder as Blues look to free up space for Xavi Simons & Alejandro Garnacho signings

Chelsea have wasted no time in turning down Borussia Dortmund’s latest offer for Carney Chukwuemeka, with the proposal labelled ‘insulting’ by the club. The Blues are prioritising player sales to make room for top targets Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho, and have fielded interest from several other clubs for the unwanted 20-year-old midfielder.

Chelsea's clearout continues! Blues in talks to sell THREE unwanted midfielders amid another hectic transfer window

Chelsea are pressing ahead with their summer overhaul as talks advance to offload three midfielders deemed surplus to requirements. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Lesley Ugochukwu and Carney Chukwuemeka are all closing in on exits, with Everton, Burnley and Borussia Dortmund the likely destinations in yet another busy window at Stamford Bridge after Club World Cup success.