Anselmino has featured in 10 of Dortmund’s 22 competitive matches so far, logging 564 minutes in total. Speaking a few weeks ago, head coach Niko Kovac suggested the situation was settled, with no chance of the defender being recalled.
"Everything is settled with Chelsea," Kovac said. "He is our player and I expect him to remain so until the end of the season.
"He fights with a crusader spirit. When things get tight, there’s no nonsense with him. He breaks through. And that’s something you need at this level. You need defenders who love defending. The boy does that excellently. I love players like that, who do their job with dedication and passion."
Despite that confidence, the Premier League club now hold a stronger position and could choose to act if Maresca wishes. Dortmund, however, believe Chelsea are unlikely to move immediately. There is also encouragement within the German club that Anselmino is keen to stay. The defender is understood to be happy in Dortmund and has indicated he would like to continue with the club beyond 2025.
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