For Manchester United, this summer transfer is very important. Their New Manager Ruben Amorim joined the club in November 2024. Since then, he has not been given a chance to sign his type of players. Now, as this is his first transfer window, the club wants to make big changes in signing new players and selling the players not needed for Amorim’s Project. In this case, The Red Devils want to sign a striker on a priority basis. They have shortlisted many player’s like Gyokeres, Sesko, Watkins etc. Also, Manchester United have recently shown big interest in Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea.
However, The Blues are not under pressure to sell him. They feel a price of £80-100 million is good for him. Also, Nicolas Jackson has scored 30 goals in 81 games for Chelsea. He has eight years remaining on his contract until 2033. New signings Joao Pedro and Liam Delap will compete with him to start as a striker.
Nicolas Jackson Deal Details-
According to top journalists in Europe, Chelsea have put a price of £80-100 million for the transfer of Nicolas Jackson. They have used Liverpool’s £79 million deal for Ekitike as an example for their valuation. In this case, Manchester United are very busy to find a striker and Jackson is also on their shortlist. However, Chelsea are not desperate to sell him. They have good options on bench. Therefore, the deal would be costly for him.
There is also a swap deal option being discussed if the deal happens. This involves, Star Winger Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United as he is leaving the club this summer. Chelsea like him a lot and they feel that a swap deal for him can be a good option for them.
What Does It Mean For Nicolas Jackson And United?
For Jackson : If he moves to Manchester United it will be a big moment for him. United is the biggest club in England and also one of the biggest clubs in the world. Also, he will get a good chance to be a starter for them. According to sources he prefers to stay in the Premier League. Thus, a move to United will be exciting for him. United means a new challenge for him. He feels that under Ruben Amorim he may develop into a top player.
For Manchester United : The club is busy to search for a good number nine. In this case, Ollie watkins, Benjamin Sesko, Viktor Gyokeres are good options. However, as of now The Red Devils are going through a financial crisis. They have to be careful about their spending. Thus, a cheaper option can be good for them. However, they expected that Nicolas Jackson would be available for cheap. But now as Chelsea has put a huge transfer fee, United feel that they need to plan a bid for another striker. Or else, if they can pay high money they will go for Benjamin Sesko or Ollie Watkins.
Conclusion-
Chelsea have set a huge asking price of £80–100m for Nicolas Jackson. Manchester United and Aston Villa are among interested parties. Jackson reportedly prefers to stay in the Premier League. Chelsea have no rush to sell. A swap deal with Garnacho remains on the table. United must balance purchases with sales to comply with PSR.
Author’s Opinion-
Signing a Striker is now Manchester United’s top priority. However, their first choice players are too Costly. Also, they are currently going through a financial crisis. Thus, they will need to be careful about paying huge money for any striker. Meanwhile, Chelsea value Nicolas Jackson at a huge transfer fee. The Red Devils feel if Chelsea reduce the fee, Jackson can be a good and cheap option for present. But if United are able to get funds by selling player like Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony, They will surely try to sign Sesko.
Therefore, it will be interesting to see if United push to sign Jackson. Will Chelsea reduce the price? Who will be United’s New Number Nine?
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