Chelsea hoping to beat Premier League clubs to signing of Nicolas Jackson
Chelsea are looking to beat several Premier League sides to the signing of Villarreal forward Nicolas Jackson, sources have told 90min . The Senegal international was one of La Liga's breakout stars of the 2022/23 season, scoring 12 goals in 26 Game s for the Yellow Submarine. He came close to leaving Villarreal midway through the season, with 90min reporting in January that Bournemouth backed away from a deal due to concerns over injuries which arose in his medical. The Cherries have been exploring a fresh deal to sign Jackson this summer after securing Premier League safety, but they face strong com Pet ition for his signature. Aston Villa are in talks with Jackson - the 21-year-old worked under Unai Emery during his time at Villarreal - while Newcastle United have been offered the chance to sign him. And 90min understands that Chelsea are now firmly in the race to sign Jackson this summer. READ MORE FROM THE 90MIN TALKING TRANSFERS TEAM feed The Blues are expected to have a...