Overview

• Multiple outlets report a one-season loan agreement with Chelsea for Nicolas Jackson, with Bayern securing a purchase option for summer 2026.
• Reports differ on the option price, citing either €65 million or €80 million, and indicate Bayern will cover the striker’s salary during the loan.
• Jackson, 24, was shown departing London for Munich to complete paperwork and medical checks before final confirmation.
• The Senegal international has 30 goals in 81 competitive appearances for Chelsea, is comfortable centrally and wide, and is expected to back up Harry Kane.
• The move follows Bayern missing out on Nick Woltemade, who joined Newcastle for about €85–90 million, highlighting the Premier League’s spending power noted by Vincent Kompany.