English Premier League side Aston Villa have reportedly commenced talks with Chelsea to secure the signing of Senegalese forward Nicolas Jackson.
Villa manager Unai Emery is eager to bolster his attacking options ahead of the new season, and Jackson has emerged as a prime target.
The 24-year-old striker, who joined Chelsea in 2023, has shown flashes of promise but remains uncertain about his long-term role at Stamford Bridge.
While several European clubs have been monitoring the versatile attacker, a move to Bayern Munich or elsewhere in Germany has already been ruled out.
Chelsea, now under the guidance of Enzo Maresca, are said to be open to offers as they work on reshaping their squad.
Villa’s interest signals a potential shift in Jackson’s career, with the striker’s future seemingly set to move away from London.
For Jackson, a move away from Chelsea this summer could work in his favour. Following the arrivals of Liam Delap and Joao Pedro, the Senegalese appear not to be in the plans of Blues manager Enzo Maresca.
