According to sources, AC Milan are very interested to sign Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea this summer. The Serie A club have Jackson as their priority target for their team rebuild. However, no offer has been made as of now. Milan remain interested and are planning to present an offer very soon.
Chelsea signed Jackson from Villareal for £32 million. In his first season he played a very hardworking role. However, he had struggled with form. Now, Chelsea have signed two new strikers – Joao Pedro from Brighton and Liam Delap from Ipswich. Although they want Jackson as a backup, but if a good offer comes they will sell him. This has opened the door for AC Milan.
Why AC Milan want Nicolas Jackson?
AC Milan are planning to sign a young and fast striker. Also, Olivier Giroud has left the club and joined LAFC in MLS. Now, Milan wants a player who can lead the attack. The club thinks that Jackson is a perfect player for them. He is fast, strong, young. His play style also matches with AC Milan.
Journalists from Italy have said that, AC Milan’s scouting team have been looking towards Jackson from a long time. They see him as a long term player and like his play style. They have also talked about this deal with the player’s agent. However, nothing is offical as of now. If Chelsea decide to sell him, Milan will grab the opportunity.
Also, Milan have good relations with Chelsea. They have done alot of deals with the Blues in the past. This can help to sort the deal smoothly.
Chelsea Stance – AC Milan and Nicolas Jackson links
As of now, Chelsea have not directly said that they want to sell Jackson. Chelsea Manager Enzo Maresca is still making his team for the next season. The Blues are very busy in the transfer market and trying to sign another top players. If that happens, Jackson may become a substitute.
In 2024/25 season Jackson scored 14 goals and 5 assists. However, he was not able to stay consistent. He is still young and has a lot to learn. Chelsea may not sell him as they like him as an option in the long season and many competitons to play.
However, if a good offer comes around their valuation of £50 million, they will take the deal. This will help them balance their financial fair play situation.
What Happen’s Next?
Th next step can not be guaranteed. Everything will depend on how the next few days of transfer market goes for both clubs. If Milan make an official offer, Chelsea will have to make a decision. Jackson will also want to stay at Chelsea and become a starter for them.
If Milan push a lot for this deal and Chelsea want to balance their bills. This deal can happen. Jackson will get regular playing time at Milan. Milan will get a young striker with premier league and laliga experience.
There is still some time left before the transfer window closes. AC Milan are serious and an offer can be presented soon.
Author’s Opinion
This Deal can help all the parties involved. Chelsea will get good money to help their FFP situation. Milan wll get the player they like so much. Jackson will get a new challenge and regular playing time.
At Chelsea there are 2 new strikers, and Jackson will have to compete with them to get a start. However, as Giroud is gone and Milan is rebuilding, Jackson is not a backup for them. He can be the main man in attack.
However, the money Chelsea want may be too much for AC Milan. Sources say, the Blues want £50 million for Jackson. Meanwhile, Milan are preparing to offer £35 million. It would be interesting to see how this deal will evolve. How much price Chelsea might reduce? Will Milan complete their priority deal?
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