Borussia Dortmund has confirmed the permanent signing of English midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka from Premier League side Chelsea, the club announced on Tuesday.

The 21-year-old, who impressed during a six-month loan spell with the Black and Yellows last season, has committed his future to BVB with a contract running until June 2030. Dortmund reportedly secured the deal for a fee of around 25 million euros (27 million U.S. dollars), less than the initial option agreed with Chelsea last winter.

"Carney is an exceptional talent who has already shown flashes of his potential with us in the second half of last season," said sporting director Sebastian Kehl. "He can make the difference in tight spaces, provides creativity in midfield, and adds a dimension to our game that we highly value."

Chukwuemeka made 17 appearances in all competitions for Dortmund in the 2024/25 campaign, including four at the FIFA Club World Cup, scoring once in a 4-1 Bundesliga victory over Freiburg.

Despite often featuring as an impact substitute due to minor injury setbacks, the midfielder convinced the coaching staff of his long-term value. Head coach Niko Kovac is expected to integrate him more consistently this season.

Chukwuemeka himself expressed his excitement after finalizing the move. "It feels good to now be an integral part of Borussia Dortmund. Over the past months I've gotten to know the coach, my teammates, and especially the fans. I'm just happy that BVB is my new home, and I'll give everything to help the team achieve its goals."