Ian Maatsen opens up on Chelsea frustrations ahead of likely £35m summer exit

Chelsea loanee Ian Maatsen on Tuesday night time capped a outstanding turnaround in his season by firing Borussia Dortmund into the semi-finals of the Champions League, insisting his self-belief by no means wavered whilst he sat on the fringes at Stamford Bridge.

After a vastly profitable spell at Burnley final season, Maatsen returned to Chelsea in the summertime with excessive hopes of a significant Blues breakthrough this time period.

Nonetheless, the 22-year-old made only one Premier League begin within the first half of the season and was compelled to maneuver on in January seeking extra taking part in time.

On Tuesday night time, the teen’s first Champions League objective helped Dortmund to a 4-2 victory over Atletico Madrid, the German aspect coming from behind to win 5-4 on combination and arrange a semi-final assembly with Paris Saint-Germain.

“It was a shock,” stated the full-back, whose mortgage deal runs till the top of the season. “I at all times had the idea to play for Chelsea however sadly for some causes it didn’t work out.

“Now I’m right here, I’m very grateful for this chance and this second. I can say I’m very happy with myself, saved believing in myself and got here right here to play my recreation on the highest stage.”

Maatsen turned down a £31.5m transfer to Burnley final summer time after Chelsea accepted the supply. The defender renewed his contract earlier than becoming a member of Dortmund on mortgage, however the left-back continues to be more likely to be offered and has a £35m launch clause.