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Former Coventry City player Ian Maatsen is gearing up for Borussia Dortmund’s appearance in the final stage of the Champions League, a significant achievement in European football. Despite starting his career with Chelsea’s academy in 2018, Maatsen has since undergone various loan spells, including stints in the Championship and a recent experience in the Bundesliga with Dortmund. Despite Mauricio Pochettino’s decision to let him go, Maatsen has garnered attention for his performances, becoming a favorite among fans. His impressive statistics, including goals scored, during loan spells with Coventry City and Burnley have caught the eye of his parent club Chelsea. However, his return to Chelsea was marked by positional changes and a lack of settling within the Premier League. His move to Dortmund has reignited his confidence and defensive stability.

In an interview with the Telegraph before Dortmund’s victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League first-leg, Maatsen expressed his desire to replicate Chelsea’s success in winning the European title and to showcase his own abilities on the big stage. Having witnessed Chelsea’s victory in the 2021 final and feeling a part of it due to his association with former teammates, Maatsen is now determined to make his mark in the Champions League. Dortmund’s triumph over PSG secured their place in the final, where they will face either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich. Maatsen’s journey from the Championship to competing against top players like Kylian Mbappe exemplifies his determination and serves as inspiration for others who have experienced similar loan spells.

If Dortmund were to win the trophy, it would mark a remarkable achievement for the 22-year-old defender, underscoring his rapid rise to success despite being loaned out multiple times. Maatsen’s consistent performances have earned him recognition from Dortmund fans, with his growth attributed more to his experiences with EFL sides like Coventry, Charlton, and Burnley, than to his time at Chelsea’s academy. His resilience and determination to succeed amidst loan spells highlight his commendable attitude towards the game.