Nicolas Jackson's Future at Chelsea Remains Uncertain Despite £100m Valuation

While Jackson’s long-term future at Chelsea is uncertain, the club are playing a patient game.

Nicolas Jackson continues to be linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge this summer, but Chelsea are in no rush to offload the striker.

Despite interest from Aston Villa, Manchester United, and AC Milan, the Blues believe they have a potential £100 million forward on their hands and are standing firm, at least for now.

The Senegalese international, who signed a contract extension last season that runs until 2033, has made no secret of the journey that brought him to west London.

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In a heartfelt message last September, Jackson thanked Unai Emery, the coach who gave him his professional debut at Villarreal in 2021 and reshaped his role on the pitch.

That bond with Emery may now fuel fresh transfer speculation, as Aston Villa, coached by the Spanish tactician, are reportedly monitoring the striker closely.

However, Villa would first need to balance their books by selling before they can buy.

As for Manchester United and AC Milan, both clubs are believed to admire Jackson but may not meet Chelsea’s valuation.

Squad Competition and Red Cards Complicate Jackson’s Future

While Jackson has largely served as Chelsea’s leading No.9 since arriving in 2023, the landscape at Stamford Bridge is changing rapidly.

The summer arrivals of Liam Delap and Joao Pedro have increased competition for the central striker role under new boss Enzo Maresca.

Delap and Joao Pedro have hit the ground running as their sharp starts and Jackson’s disciplinary issues, including two red cards in his last five appearances, leaves the 24-year-old in a vulnerable position heading into the 2025/26 campaign.

The £52 million sale of Noni Madueke to Arsenal serves as a reminder that Stamford Bridge’s recruitment policy is firmly rooted in pragmatism, every player has a price.

While Jackson’s long-term future at Chelsea is uncertain, the club are playing a patient game.

Any potential suitor will need to meet a steep valuation, and until then, the Senegalese forward remains part of a reshaped front line aiming to bring silverware back to Stamford Bridge.