Chelsea sets asking price of £65M for Nicolas Jackson amid Aston Villa interest

Chelsea has slapped a £65 million price tag on Nicolas Jackson, and Aston Villa appears to be the club most willing to pay it. The 25-year-old striker, who spent last season on loan at Bayern Munich, has become a central piece in Chelsea’s effort to trim their famously bloated squad before the transfer window slams shut.

Villa push for a permanent deal

Aston Villa has emerged as the frontrunner to sign Jackson on a permanent basis. The Midlands club, managed by Unai Emery, is actively pursuing a deal as late August 2026 approaches its final days.

Atlético Madrid has also entered the conversation, though their approach is notably different. Diego Simeone’s side is reportedly exploring a loan arrangement, potentially with an option to buy, rather than committing to the full asking price upfront.

Chelsea, however, has made its preference clear: they want a clean, permanent sale. After already sending Jackson out on loan to Bayern Munich for the previous campaign, the club has little appetite for another temporary arrangement that simply delays the financial return.

The Bayern Munich chapter

Jackson originally joined Chelsea from Villarreal and quickly showed flashes of the raw talent that made him attractive. His pace, willingness to run in behind, and improving finishing made him a fan favorite even during stretches where consistency eluded him.

What this means for all parties

For Chelsea, the £65 million asking price represents more than just a transfer fee. Selling Jackson at that figure would represent a healthy return on their initial investment and free up wages in a squad that has carried one of the Premier League’s largest payrolls in recent seasons. The competing interest from Atlético Madrid gives Villa less room to negotiate a significant discount.

As of late August 24, 2026, no deal has been finalized. Chelsea is holding firm, waiting for a stronger offer from Aston Villa before agreeing to any terms.

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