Overview
- Manager Enzo Maresca confirmed Jackson’s availability by saying ‘anything can happen’ this window after signing Joao Pedro and Liam Delap.
- Newcastle United have lodged a formal approach and the striker is understood to favour a move to St James’ Park for Champions League football.
- Bayern Munich and Aston Villa have made enquiries into Jackson’s price and conditions, while Tottenham remain interested only if Richarlison departs.
- Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that both club and player have agreed on Jackson’s departure, with Chelsea starting negotiations at around £80 million.
- Jackson scored 30 goals in 81 appearances since joining in 2023 but has slipped down the pecking order in Chelsea’s summer rebuild.