Nicolas Jackson completes move to German giants Bayern Munich from Chelsea on loan
Updated 02/09/2025 at 00:00 GMT+1
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Nicolas Jackson has completed a move to Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich from Chelsea. The 24-year-old striker was linked to several clubs during the summer transfer window but will link up with Harry Kane in the German city. Reports suggested the deal might be off over the weekend due to an injury suffered by Liam Delap, but Bayern have got their man.
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Bayern Munich have bolstered their attacking options with the signing of striker Nicolas Jackson on loan from Chelsea.
Jackson has made the loan switch, with the German champions having an obligation to buy him for £56 million if he makes a set number of appearances, per the BBC.
Bayern will pay an initial £14.3m for the loan arrangement, which will last until the end of the 2025/26 season.
The news was confirmed as the summer transfer window was shutting on Monday night.
It seemed as if the deal may have been off over the weekend, with reports suggesting Chelsea had told Jackson to return from Germany after Liam Delap picked up an injury in the early stages of their Premier League clash with Fulham.
But the deal was put back on the table, and Jackson has now been able to express his delight.
"I'm really happy to now be part of this great club," Jackson said. "Bayern is one of the best clubs in the world.
"Everyone knows the names of the legends who've played here and knows that this club stands for the greatest success.
"I've got big goals and dreams here and will give my all to help Bayern win further titles."
There is no question that Bayern is a footballing behemoth, with the German giants looking to defend their Bundesliga title this season.
Vincent Kompany's team will also be aiming to win the UEFA Champions League for the first time since 2020.
Bayern will face Jackson's former club Chelsea in the first match of their campaign on September 17, a game that will be live on TNT Sports and discovery+.
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Chelsea released a statement on Monday night, which read: "Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson has joined Bundesliga side Bayern Munich on a season-long loan.
"The Senegal international arrived at Stamford Bridge in June 2023 from Spanish club Villarreal and struck 17 goals in 44 appearances during his maiden campaign.
"Jackson followed that up by netting 13 goals across all competitions last season. The 24-year-old also helped us secure a top-four finish in the Premier League and lift both the Conference League and Club World Cup trophies.
"We thank Nico for his efforts throughout his time at Stamford Bridge and wish him well in Germany."
Bayern will next be in action following the international break at home to Hamburger SV on September 13.
They then host Chelsea in that Champions League clash, before visiting Hoffenheim on September 20.
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