Nico Jackson Set to Leave Chelsea as Transfer Race Intensifies

Chelsea striker Nico Jackson might be leaving Stamford Bridge. Newcastle, Bayern Munich, and Aston Villa want to sign him before the transfer window closes.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Nico Jackson, 24, is attracting a lot of attention from big European clubs. Chelsea are open to offers for him. He didn’t play in pre-season matches against Bayer Leverkusen or AC Milan and will miss Chelsea’s next game at West Ham. Meanwhile, Villa, Newcastle, and Bayern have shown interest. Chelsea recently signed João Pedro and Liam Delap, making Jackson less important. According to reports, he is not in Chelsea’s plans as he waits for a transfer before the summer window closes. The club wants his future sorted out soon as more clubs might become interested.

WHY THE INTEREST IS SO HIGH

Jackson has done well for Chelsea, scoring 13 goals in 37 games last season, and it is clear that big clubs are taking notice of his performance. In his first season, he scored 17 goals in 44 appearances. With new forwards joining the team, his chances to play are less, so he wants to transfer. Aston Villa’s Unai Emery is keen because of their past at Villarreal. Newcastle and Bayern Munich also want him, especially if Newcastle sells Alexander Isak. Many clubs are watching Jackson’s situation closely.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR JACKSON AND CHELSEA?

Chelsea are getting ready to play West Ham. They’re currently 9th in the Premier League after one game after their draw with Crystal Palace. João Pedro and Liam Delap are likely to start up front. Aston Villa, who finished 6th last season, will play Brentford, who lost their opener to Nottingham Forest by 3-1. Newcastle finished 5th and will be playing Liverpool next. Bayern Munich are leading the Bundesliga and will play Eintracht Frankfurt. Jackson’s future will be decided soon as clubs complete their plans and Chelsea finish their squad changes before the transfer window ends. Chelsea want at least £80 million for Nicolas Jackson, but Aston Villa values him closer to £60 million.