Bayern’s buyout option for Jackson? Hoeneß sets the record straight | OneFootball

There have been many unanswered questions recently about the loan transfer of Nicolas Jackson. Now, Uli Hoeneß himself is providing more clarity.

The honorary president of FC Bayern explained on Sport1 Doppelpass under what conditions the purchase option becomes an obligation. According to this, Jackson would have to start in 40 competitive matches for the clause to take effect. Hoeneß was clear about this: "He will never fulfill that."

Previously, there was much speculation about the exact design of the contract with FC Chelsea. According to media reports, the German record champion had long opposed entering into binding purchase obligations. Only loans with a non-binding option were to be allowed. According to Hoeneß, the deal with Jackson formally meets this requirement - despite the built-in deployment clause.

Jackson's side takes on a share of the loan fee

In addition, the 73-year-old confirmed that Jackson and his agent have paid a significant portion of the loan fee out of their own pocket. Jackson and his agent have therefore taken over more than three million euros of it, Hoeneß revealed. This left FC Bayern with a payment of 13.5 million euros - significantly less than the originally reported 16.5 million.

Even when the transfer was announced, it was unclear whether it was a purchase option or a mandatory clause. Only afterwards did several sources report that a high number of appearances will decide the future of the 24-year-old striker. Even though Jackson can theoretically be used in several positions, the mark of 40 competitive matches is likely to remain out of reach in practice.

In the event of a firm commitment, FC Bayern would reportedly transfer up to 65 million euros to London. Together with the loan fee, this results in a potential total package of 81.5 million euros - bonuses and salary not yet included. In addition, a long-term contract until 2031 is already prepared. Chelsea would therefore also be entitled to a share of any resale.

The final agreement was only possible after Chelsea had restructured its squad. After the return of loan player Marc Guiu, Bayern received the green light - despite a previous rejection after the injury of Liam Delap.

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