Africa-Press – Kenya. Aston Villa have identified Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson as a potential attacking reinforcement, with the 24-year-old Senegal international now on the club’s shortlist.
Unai Emery is keen to strengthen Villa’s frontline as the new season kicks off, with the club’s return to European competition demanding greater depth and quality in attack. Jackson, who joined Chelsea from Villarreal in 2023, has shown flashes of his talent in the Premier League but has struggled for consistency in front of goal.
Villa are understood to be monitoring his situation closely, though they are not alone in their interest. German giants Bayern Munich are also keeping tabs on Jackson as they weigh up options to bolster their own strike force. The Bavarians are believed to admire his speed, movement, and ability to stretch defences, qualities that could fit seamlessly into their system.
Chelsea, meanwhile, are considering changes to their squad this summer and could be open to offers, provided they secure suitable replacements. Any potential deal for Jackson, however, is expected to attract intense competition given his age and potential to develop further at the top level.
With Villa eager to build a squad capable of challenging on multiple fronts, and Bayern Munich circling, Jackson’s future at Stamford Bridge looks set to be a key talking point in the transfer window.
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