Nathan Ake has been recalled from loan at Bournemouth by his parent club Chelsea. The 21 year old Dutch centre-back had joined the Cherries on loan in July and became a permanent member of Bournemouth’s backline in the past few months. Bournemouth have confirmed the news on Sunday by saying, “Ake has started the last eight games he has been eligible for but Chelsea have activated an option to recall him during the opening weeks of January, and the 21-year-old will return to Stamford Bridge immediately.

“Bournemouth would like to thank Nathan for his efforts over the past seven months and wish him well for the future.”

Chelsea have also confirmed his immediate return to Stamford Bridge.