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Chelsea Forward Nicolas Jackson to Return from Bayern Munich Loan
The 24-year-old Senegal striker will return to Stamford Bridge this summer after a loan spell at Bayern Munich. Chelsea plans to let incoming manager Xabi Alonso assess Jackson before the new season.
May 29, 1:27 PM·1m read1 source
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Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson is scheduled to return from his loan at Bayern Munich this summer. The club intends to give new manager Xabi Alonso the chance to evaluate the 24-year-old striker ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. Jackson moved to Bayern Munich on a temporary basis last September. GB News reported that the transfer followed a strained relationship with then-manager Enzo Maresca.
2 million. Jackson scored 11 goals in 34 appearances across all competitions during his time in Germany. Chelsea bought Jackson from Villarreal for £32 million in 2023. His contract with the club runs until 2033.
Club sources told the Daily Mail that Jackson remains a valued asset. Several Premier League and overseas clubs have already inquired about his availability. The new manager will initially assess Jackson from a distance because the player will be on international duty at the World Cup, which begins June 11.
Sources indicated Jackson would prefer to stay at Chelsea if he receives sufficient playing time. Chelsea currently lists four strikers on its roster: Jackson, Joao Pedro, Liam Delap and Emmanuel Emegha. Alonso and the club's sporting leadership will decide Jackson's role after July 1, when Alonso officially takes charge.
