Chelsea make Jamie Gittens breakthrough! Blues to pay 'up to €65m' for Borussia Dortmund winger after agreeing to package including 'easily achievable bonuses'

The transfer sum, as disclosed, comprises performance-related incentives deemed "easily achievable" by both parties. These conditions reportedly include metrics like a set number of appearances rather than high-stakes achievements like continental trophies or global accolades.

Chelsea’s acquisition of Gittens comes after two initial bids were rejected earlier this month. The London club had been actively targeting a right-footed winger capable of operating from the left flank and identified Gittens as a perfect fit.

Despite last-minute efforts from Bayern Munich to hijack the transfer, Chelsea managed to secure the winger’s approval. Gittens, enthusiastic about a return to England, gave his consent to finalize the deal, aiming for a fresh start in the Premier League.

Gittens emerged as a standout performer in the Bundesliga and Champions League last season, tallying 12 goals and providing five assists across 48 appearances in all competitions. His versatility and attacking flair caught the attention of top European clubs, but Chelsea’s well-structured proposal, including a clear development plan, tipped the scales in their favour.

As Chelsea advance to the knockout stages of the Club World Cup after a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Esperance de Tunis, they are set to face Portuguese giants Benfica in the Round of 16 this Sunday. The Blues are aiming to make a deep run in the tournament, even as preparations for Gittens’ arrival continue behind the scenes. Meanwhile, Dortmund will go up against Monterrey on Tuesday, hoping to keep their own campaign alive without the services of Gittens, who may already be preparing for life in the Premier League.