Chelsea are closing in on the sale of Nicolas Jackson to Aston Villa, with the Premier League clubs agreeing on a deal worth around €70 million. The transfer comes as Aston Villa looks for a new striker following the expected departure of Ollie Watkins, while Chelsea are prepared to part ways with Jackson after his loan spell at Bayern Munich. Recent reports now indicate that the deal has progressed significantly, with Jackson expected to complete the remaining steps before joining Villa. The Senegalese forward became a priority for Aston Villa as manager Unai Emery searched for another attacking option. Emery already knows Jackson from their time together at Villarreal, which could have played an important role in Villa’s decision to pursue the striker. The reported package has been described as approximately €75 million to €76 million including potential bonuses, with around €55 million guaranteed and additional payments depending on the conditions of the agreement.
Jackson spent the previous season on loan at Bayern Munich after Chelsea decided that a temporary move would give the striker an opportunity to play regularly. His time in Germany ended with Bayern winning the Bundesliga, but Chelsea ultimately decided that a permanent transfer would be the preferred solution. Aston Villa’s interest became particularly strong after Watkins moved closer to a transfer to Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, creating the need for a replacement in attack. For Aston Villa, Jackson could become an important part of the team’s plans under Emery, while Chelsea will receive a significant transfer fee that can be reinvested into the squad. The transfer is also expected to have an impact on the wider Premier League market, with several clubs still working to complete deals before the transfer window closes. Jackson’s move to Villa now appears close, with the final details and medical standing between the striker and his new club.
