Overview

• Sky reports Bayern reopened talks on Thursday with a proposal for a loan including a purchase option and no obligation.
• Negotiations are described as far advanced, with Chelsea hesitating in case a high permanent offer arrives from elsewhere.
• Chelsea’s verbal agreement to sell Christopher Nkunku to AC Milan for more than €35 million is reported to make a Jackson loan more feasible.
• Competition remains active with other Premier League clubs linked, and Sport Bild reports Juventus is considering the striker.
• Bayern is also assessing Chelsea prospect Tyrique George, with the German transfer window set to close on Monday at 12:00.