He wants the move also to play as centre back, his favorite position where didn’t have space in Premier League so far. No green light from Chelsea to LOAN move so far. Renato Veiga, who joined Chelsea from FC Basel in July 2024 on a seven-year contract, is reportedly seeking a move to Borussia Dortmund this January. The 21-year-old Portuguese defender has agreed to personal terms with Dortmund, aiming for more opportunities to play as a center-back—a position where he has found limited space in the Premier League. Chelsea, however, have not yet approved the proposed loan move. The club prefers a permanent transfer and has set a £20 million asking price for Veiga, reflecting a significant profit over his initial £12 million acquisition. Despite interest from other clubs, including Wolves and Napoli, Chelsea's head coach Enzo Maresca considers Veiga an important player and has utilized him in various competitions this season. Veiga's desire for regular playing time in his preferred central defensive role is a key factor driving his interest in the move to Dortmund. As the January transfer window progresses, discussions between the clubs are ongoing, with Chelsea's stance on a loan versus a permanent deal being a central point of negotiation.