Man United get Nicolas Jackson transfer boost. The Chelsea striker has rejected moves abroad, opening the door for a potential Old Trafford switch.
Chelsea Striker Snubs Europe, Prefers Premier League Stay
Manchester Utd’s hopes of signing Nicolas Jackson have taken a positive turn. The Chelsea forward has turned down approaches from Napoli and AC Milan, as per reports.
The forward has had a tough campaign with the Blues. Ans he wants to continue playing in the Premier League. That decision puts Utd in a good position. The club has already made contact with Jackson’s agents as per reports. The Red Devils want to explore the possibility of a summer move.
However, Chelsea won’t let him go on the cheap. They’re believed to be demanding around £80m for their player. Additionally, the striker still has seven years left on his current deal.
Jackson’s time at Chelsea has seen its ups and downs. He started the campaign as the first-choice No. 9 but was soon overtaken by Liam Delap and Joao Pedro. But, he remains a decent asset with 10 league goals and 5 assists last season. He also played a key role in Chelsea’s Conference League win.
Man Utd Lead Race in Nicolas Jackson Chase
Chelsea are eyeing a setup where two top strikers push each other. So, they are still open to letting Jackson go. Man United’s project under new leadership could appeal to the forward. Transfer talks have reportedly started from both the parties, and Man Utd are testing the waters with his camp.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa are interested as well. This comes due to Unai Emery’s past connection with the player. At the moment, United seem better placed if they meet Chelsea’s valuation.
For now, the race is on, and Jackson wants to stay in the Premier League. Given that, Old Trafford could be his next stop.
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