Aston Villa Eye Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson as Unai Emery Pursues Attacking Depth
Aston Villa will be looking to open talks with Chelsea about the potential transfer of Nicolas Jackson, as Unai Emery looks to strengthen his side for what will be a busy 2025/26 season with Europa League action.
According to sources at GIVEMESPORT, the Midlands outfit are monitoring Jackson’s situation closely, with Emery being particularly interested in welcoming the striker that he formerly coached at Villarreal.
Emery Wishes Reunion with Jackson
The 23-year-old Senegalese star has been Chelsea’s first choice striker since arriving from Villarreal in July 2023. While Jackson impressed in his inaugural Premier League campaign, scoring important goals and proving himself adaptable down the entire front line, his own future is now under question.
Chelsea’s summer signing of Liam Delap, and head coach Enzo Maresca’s willingness to play tactical rotation, has left a question mark over Jackson’s place in the side next season.
Villa Ready to Prove Chelsea Resilience
Aston Villa, with their interest in a Premier League-experienced striker, see Jackson as an ambitious signing who can provide pace, movement, and ruthlessness to the front of their team. His potential to operate centrally or on the left makes him an ideal fit for Emery’s high-intensity attacking system.
Even though Chelsea have not yet indicated they are willing to sell Jackson, Villa are said to be ready to transfer if the Blues were to offer him for sale.
What’s Next?
Discussions are premature at this point, and no formal offer has been submitted as yet. However, Villa’s intentions are clear, and Jackson’s previous connection with Emery might be pivotal in any potential deal.
This might prove to be one of the transfer tales of the season if Chelsea are to sell out.
Aston Villa Eye Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson as Unai Emery Pursues Attacking Depth
