Napoli Pursues Chelsea’s Out-of-Favour Striker Nicolas Jackson
Napoli have entered the competition to acquire Chelsea’s underutilized striker Nicolas Jackson. According to a report from Gianluca Di Marzio, the Serie A club has reached out to Chelsea to discuss the requirements for signing the Senegal international.
Jackson is one of multiple centre-forwards Napoli is evaluating. While contacts between Napoli and Chelsea have taken place, there has been no formal offer made for the 25-year-old striker at this stage.
Reports indicate that Chelsea values Jackson at approximately £60 million, a figure that may deter potential suitors. Chelsea aims to capitalize on their investment in the Senegalese striker and has already offered him to various clubs, including Atletico Madrid, Tottenham Hotspur, and Aston Villa. However, none have yet proceeded with a definitive bid.
Napoli’s interest could provide a timely opportunity for Chelsea to foster serious competition for Jackson. Currently, the two clubs are engaged in another transfer arrangement, with Napoli confirmed to take centre-back Benoit Badiashile on a season-long loan. This deal includes a £2.6 million loan fee and an option to buy priced at around £23 million.
A potential transfer for Jackson may also evolve, although Napoli must first assess their squad and financial standing. The club is exploring possible departures, including Noa Lang and Lorenzo Lucca, which could affect their ability to pursue another forward.
Jackson’s position at Chelsea has become more precarious after he was omitted from the team’s final pre-season friendly against Real Sociedad. He has also been seen training separately from the first team as his future remains in flux.
In a related note, Joao Pedro scored twice in that match, concluding the summer with a tally of seven goals and solidifying his role as Chelsea’s primary striker going into the upcoming campaign.
Atletico Madrid continues to monitor Jackson’s situation closely as they work to retain Julian Alvarez amid interest from Barcelona. Should they lose Alvarez, Atletico may consider a move for the Chelsea forward. Meanwhile, Aston Villa is assessing striker options in light of the possibility of losing Ollie Watkins.
Napoli have entered the race to sign out-of-favour Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson.
Gianluca Di Marzio reports that the Serie A club has contacted Chelsea to inquire about what it would take to sign the Senegal international.
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Jackson is among several centre-forwards Napoli are considering.
Contacts between Napoli and Chelsea have been confirmed, although there is currently no indication that the Italian club have made a formal offer for the 25-year-old striker.
Chelsea reportedly value Jackson at around £60 million, which could put off interested clubs.
The Blues are looking to cash in on the Senegalese striker and have offered him to several clubs, including Atletico Madrid, Tottenham Hotspur, and Aston Villa.
However, none of them have made any concrete move to sign Jackson, so Napoli’s interest could be important for Chelsea as they look to create genuine competition for the Senegalese striker.
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The two clubs are already involved in another deal.
Napoli have agreed to take centre-back Benoit Badiashile on a season-long loan. The agreement reportedly includes a £2.6m loan fee and an option to buy worth around £23m.
A second negotiation involving Jackson could now develop, although Napoli must first make room in their squad and budget.
The club are working on potential departures, including Noa Lang and Lorenzo Lucca, and those sales could determine whether they can make a serious move for another forward.
Jackson’s future has become increasingly uncertain after he was left out of Chelsea’s final pre-season friendly against Real Sociedad.
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He has also been training separately from the rest of the Chelsea first team squad while his future is being sorted out.
Joao Pedro scored twice in that game and ended the summer with seven goals, although it was never in doubt that he’d go into the new campaign as Chelsea’s first-choice striker.
Atletico are keeping an eye on Jackson’s situation as they fight to keep Julian Alvarez away from Barcelona. They could return for the Chelsea star if they lose Alvarez to Barca.
Meanwhile, Villa have been exploring striker options in case Ollie Watkins leaves.
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