Chelsea Set Massive Price on Jackson: €76 Million

Chelsea have set a clear price for Nicolas Jackson as they look to ease the squad congestion in attack. According to transfer specialist Ben Jacobs, the London club is demanding a transfer fee of €76 million (around £65 million) for the 24-year-old Senegalese forward. That figure is more than double the fee Chelsea paid to sign Jackson from Villarreal in the summer of 2023.

Jackson, who spent last season on loan at Bayern Munich playing back-up to Harry Kane, is among the players whose Chelsea future remains uncertain following a major overhaul of the club's attack. With Joao Pedro established as the team's first-choice centre-forward and Morgan Rogers earmarked for an attacking role on the left, Jackson's path to regular minutes has narrowed further. Aston Villa are reported to be interested, with head coach Unai Emery — who worked with Jackson at Villarreal — driving the interest.

Chelsea are under no obligation to sell but are said to be willing to sanction a departure if their asking price is met. The club's firm stance towards interested parties is seen as an attempt to maximise Jackson's long-term value and market worth.

Source: Ben Jacobs