Buy option too pricey? Jackson’s future at Bayern remains uncertain | OneFootball

The future of Nicolas Jackson at FC Bayern is uncertain – and an insider is now dampening hopes for a long-term stay. The Senegalese striker, currently on loan from FC Chelsea, does have a purchase option, which can even become mandatory under certain conditions. However, according to English football expert Stefan Borson, the chances of a permanent transfer are rather slim.

In a conversation with Football Insider, the former Manchester City advisor explained: “I don’t believe that FC Bayern Munich will definitely buy the player – especially not at the very high transfer fee that was agreed upon.”

Thus, a permanent move would only be realistic if Chelsea shows willingness to compromise on the transfer fee. According to media reports, the agreed sum is around 65 million euros, an amount that Bayern is unlikely to invest given their current transfer strategy.

Chelsea wants to sell

According to Football Insider, the Blues are under pressure themselves. The reason is the UEFA-imposed agreement to comply with Financial Sustainability rules, which obliges Chelsea to sell players to balance the books.

Borson states: “It is clear that Chelsea will have to sell again in the summer, if only because of the agreement with UEFA.” Therefore, a reduction in the transfer fee or renegotiations with Bayern could become a realistic option.

The portal also reports that Chelsea no longer sees Jackson as part of the sporting future at Stamford Bridge. The Premier League club definitely wants to offload the 24-year-old in the summer – whether to Bayern or another interested party.

Bayern remains cautious – Jackson must continue to impress

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The situation is complex for FC Bayern. While Jackson is a valuable option in Vincent Kompany's squad – especially due to his dynamism and ability to play alongside Harry Kane – his performances in the first half of the season will determine whether the record champion even considers a permanent transfer.

According to BILD information, an immediate purchase decision is currently not on the table. Instead, the officials want to calmly evaluate the development of the loan player. A long-term stay would only be conceivable if both performance and price are right.

According to Football Insider, Chelsea still hopes that Bayern will want to keep the loan beyond the summer. Internally, they are “very interested in permanently transferring Jackson to Munich” – even if Bayern does not exercise the fixed purchase option.

The English are reportedly open to a reduced price to ease the transfer market. Instead of the originally agreed 65 million euros, they now expect “a reasonable amount.”

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