Chelsea reassess Anselmino loan plan after Sarr's Strasbourg return

Sarr rejoined the French club in a €10 million deal, closing the door on a space previously earmarked for Anselmino's development.

The 20-year-old centre-back, who joined Chelsea from Boca Juniors in August 2024 on a seven-year contract, had been lined up for a season-long loan in Ligue 1 to gain regular first-team experience. Strasbourg had emerged as a frontrunner, but Sarr's arrival has shifted the landscape.

Chelsea are now actively exploring alternative destinations for Anselmino as the club continue their strategic focus on carefully managing the development of their young talent. The Blues are keen to ensure the defender secures meaningful minutes at a competitive level this season.

While there is no rush to finalise a new destination, the club are expected to decide on Anselmino's next move in the coming weeks, with options across Europe currently under review.