In the new contract that Ian Maatsen signed, Chelsea included a release clause worth £35 million.

While committing to a season-long loan at Borussia Dortmund, the left defender also signed a new contract, but his clause won’t be active until June.

In last weekend’s 3-0 win over Darmstadt, the defender started and played every minute of his Bundesliga debut.

The 2018 Chelsea signing Maatsen played in 15 games for Mauricio Pochettino’s squad this year, however he only started one Premier League match.

That happened last month in a 2-1 win against Crystal Palace, a London rival of the Blues.

Even though the Chelsea squad was Һit hard by injuries, especially at left back, the 21-year-old still struggled to get game time.

The Blues are keeping their fingers crossed that a larger role at the Westfalenstadion will help him mature or, at the at least, raise his value.

After a spirited victory over Fulham in their most recent Premier League match, Chelsea moved up to ninth position, three points adrift of sixth-place West Ham.

Upon their return from the winter break later this month, Pochettino’s squad will face Middlesbrough in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final. The goal is to win the match after being behind 1-0.

Chelsea, Newcastle United eyeing Paulo Dybala summer swoop

Paulo Dybala, a striker for Roma, has been connected with a transfer to the Premier League, where he is being tracked by clubs such as Chelsea and Newcastle United.The 30-year-old South American forward is reportedly being considered for a summer transfer by two English clubs, though it is unclear whether a deal can be finalized. This information comes courtesy of Calciomercato.

Dybala could have signed with a foreign club for a fair fee in the first half of January according to a provision in his contract. Nonetheless, the player is expected to remain with Roma until the season concludes, and no club has been able to activate it.

His consistency on the field in the Italian league bodes well for the two English clubs that have signed him.

Chelsea would be making a fantastic move acquiring the 30-year-old as a replacement for Nicolas Jackson. The World Cup champion comes to Mauricio Pochettino’s аssаult with the experience and talent to thrive in the Premier League, where he will contribute goals and creativity. He can play on the wing, as a center forward, or even as a number 10.

The striker is now performing at a high level, and he may try to change Chelsea’s оffensive game by making an instant impact in the Premier League.

Additionally, Newcastle United might benefit from attacking reinforcements. Newcastle could use some depth in their starting lineup, as Alexander Isak and Callum Wilson have both been sidelined with injuries.

The Argentine international, who is 30 years old, could be interested in a move to Newcastle.

In order to entice a player of his calibre, the two clubs will likely need to qualify for the Champions League.

Dybala might seek out a new challenge in English football if the chance arises, after proving himself in Italy. Where he ends up is something to behold.

At the season’s conclusion, he may be enticed by a financially rewarding offer from either team.