Aston Villa Makes €70 Million Bid for Nicolas Jackson

Aston Villa has made a formal offer to Chelsea worth €70 million, including add-ons, to secure the signing of Senegalese striker Nicolas Jackson, in a strong move by the English club to finalize the deal before the transfer window closes.

Reports indicate that Chelsea is inclined to accept the offer, especially since the club has placed Jackson on the list of players available for sale, and is seeking to complete his departure permanently this summer.

Aston Villa's interest in Jackson comes as the team is in need of a new striker, with Ollie Watkins close to a move to Al Hilal. Meanwhile, manager Unai Emery knows the player well from their time together at Villarreal.

Agreement on personal terms with Jackson remains the final step before completing the transfer, as a definitive agreement with the player has yet to be reached, despite optimism about closing the deal.