Overview

• Sport director Max Eberl said Chelsea told Bayern to send Nicolas Jackson back despite a prior agreement in principle and permission for a medical in Munich.
• The abrupt change followed a reported muscle injury to Chelsea forward Liam Delap during the win over Fulham, which prompted the Blues to retain cover.
• Jackson and his representatives remained in Munich pushing for the move, with his camp publicly signaling reluctance to return to London.
• Multiple outlets reported the planned terms as a €15 million loan fee with a purchase option around €65 million.
• The Athletic reported Chelsea is now open to a permanent sale, clashing with Bayern’s loan-only policy as negotiations continue under severe time pressure.