Nicolas Jackson poised for Aston Villa move as Mamadou Diallo predicts Premier League revival

Nicolas Jackson is set to continue his Premier League career with Aston Villa, with Chelsea finalising a transfer believed to be worth close to €70m. Former Senegal international striker Mamadou Diallo, known as “Seybani”, believes the move can give Jackson the opportunity to rediscover his best form and return to prominence.

Jackson joined Chelsea from CF Villarreal in 2023 for about €35m. His departure to Aston Villa would therefore bring the Blues an estimated profit of approximately €51m, following his loan spell at Bayern Munich last season, for which the German club paid €16m.

The Senegal international is no longer considered part of Chelsea’s plans and is expected to begin a new chapter at Aston Villa. Diallo, speaking in an exclusive interview with Africafoot, said the transfer represented a fresh chance for his younger compatriot to regain his effectiveness.

Jackson has made 80 appearances for Chelsea in all competitions, scoring 30 goals and providing 15 assists. His record includes a significant contribution in front of goal, although his future at Stamford Bridge has become increasingly uncertain.

A move to Aston Villa would allow the striker to remain in English football while looking for greater consistency and the confidence that made him an important attacking option after his arrival from Villarreal. Diallo believes Jackson can find those sensations again in his new surroundings.

The 24-year-old spent last season with Bayern Munich, where he scored 11 goals and supplied four assists in 34 appearances across all competitions. That spell gave him regular experience at one of Europe’s leading clubs, but his next challenge will be to establish himself again in the Premier League with Aston Villa.

Jackson will also be looking to respond after a difficult World Cup with Senegal in the United States. He registered one assist in four matches during the tournament, a return that was described as mixed in the source interview.

Diallo’s support comes as Jackson prepares to restart his career at club level. The former Senegal striker sees the Aston Villa move as an opportunity rather than a setback, with the player now expected to try to revive his form after falling outside Chelsea’s plans.

Chelsea, meanwhile, are preparing for their second Premier League match of the season against Brighton. The betting company 1xbet listed Chelsea as the favourites, offering odds of 2.00 for a home win. A draw was priced at 3.75, while Brighton were given odds of 3.60 to win.

Jackson’s potential transfer is therefore unfolding alongside Chelsea’s early league campaign, while Aston Villa would be providing him with another platform in England. After his spells with Chelsea and Bayern Munich, the Senegal international will now aim to make his next opportunity count and re-establish himself as a decisive forward.