BREAKING: Aston Villa Agree £65m Deal to Sign Nicolas Jackson From Chelsea—-Unai Emery is set to reunite with the Senegal international after Villa reached an agreement with Chelsea for a package worth £65 million, according to reports.
Aston Villa have reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign striker Nicolas Jackson in a deal worth £65 million, according to reporting attributed to The Athletic’s David Ornstein.
The agreement brings an end to a rapidly developing transfer saga surrounding the Senegal international, who had attracted interest from both Aston Villa and Atlético Madrid.
The reported package is understood to include a £47.5 million initial fee, with a further £17.5 million in performance-related bonuses and add-ons.
Emery Set for Reunion With Jackson
The move will see Jackson reunite with Unai Emery, who worked with the forward during their time at Villarreal.
Emery is believed to have been a major factor in Villa’s pursuit of the 25-year-old, with reports indicating that the manager has remained in close contact with Jackson during negotiations.
Jackson’s pace, movement and ability to operate both centrally and from wider positions are expected to give Emery additional options in attack.
Chelsea Agree £65m Exit
Chelsea had been looking for a permanent solution for Jackson after his loan spell at Bayern Munich last season.
The German club opted against making the move permanent, leaving Jackson’s future at Stamford Bridge uncertain.
Chelsea had maintained a valuation of around £65 million for the striker, with Villa ultimately agreeing to meet that figure.
The transfer would represent a significant piece of business for Chelsea, who signed Jackson from Villarreal in 2023.
Villa Move to Replace Watkins
Jackson’s arrival is closely linked to the expected departure of Ollie Watkins, who is closing in on a move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.
Villa have been searching for attacking reinforcements as Watkins’ exit approaches, and Jackson has emerged as their preferred solution.
The Senegalese forward has already scored 24 Premier League goals in 65 appearances for Chelsea, giving Villa a player with considerable experience in England’s top flight.
Jackson Chooses Villa Over Atlético
Atlético Madrid had also been pursuing Jackson and had reportedly reached an understanding with the player over personal terms.
However, Villa’s position strengthened as negotiations with Chelsea progressed, with the Midlands club now understood to be ahead in the race and having agreed the transfer with the Blues.
The agreement represents another major investment from Villa as Emery reshapes his squad ahead of the new campaign.
A New Chapter for Jackson
For Jackson, the move offers an opportunity to revive his career under a manager who already knows his qualities.
After an inconsistent spell at Chelsea and a season on loan at Bayern Munich, the striker will now have the chance to establish himself as a key attacking figure at Villa Park.
If the remaining formalities are completed, Jackson will become one of the biggest signings in Aston Villa’s history and could be tasked with filling the void left by Watkins.
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