Chelsea exile could be given Borussia Dortmund escape chance as Bundesliga giants eye Liverpool target

Carney Chukwuemeka could be given the chance to finally escape from exile at Chelsea, as Borussia Dortmund are reportedly interested in the highly-rated midfielder

Chukwuemeka has fallen down the pecking order at Chelsea since making the move from Aston Villa last summer, and has been limited to just four appearances for the Blues this season.

The 19-year-old is said to be frustrated with his lack of game time at Stamford Bridge, and is open to a move away from the club in search of regular first-team football.

Dortmund are long-term admirers of Chukwuemeka, and have been tracking his progress since his days at Aston Villa.

The Bundesliga giants are in need of reinforcements in midfield, and see Chukwuemeka as a potential long-term solution to their problems in that area.

Dortmund are said to be preparing a bid for Chukwuemeka in the summer, and Chelsea are likely to be open to selling the England U21 international if they can recoup the £20m fee they paid for him last year.

Chukwuemeka's exit could pave the way for Liverpool to make a move for Jude Bellingham, who is seen as one of the most exciting young midfielders in the world.

The Reds have been tracking Bellingham for some time, and are believed to be preparing a big-money bid for the England international in the summer.

If Chelsea were to sell Chukwuemeka, they would have the funds to make a move for Bellingham, who is valued at around £100m.

It remains to be seen whether Chelsea will be willing to sell Chukwuemeka, but the Blues are likely to be tempted if they can recoup the fee they paid for him last year.

Chukwuemeka is a highly-rated midfielder with a big future, and Chelsea will be reluctant to let him go without a fight.

However, the Blues may be forced to sell the England U21 international if they want to fund a move for Bellingham.