Last-minute offer from Italy rejected: Why Jackson only wanted Bayern | OneFootball

FC Bayern has managed to secure the signing of attacker Nicolas Jackson in the transfer deadline rush. The Munich team had some prominent competition. Now it has been revealed why the Senegalese chose the record champions.

Nicolas Jackson strengthens the offense of the German champions. For weeks, FC Chelsea wanted to get rid of the offensive all-rounder, and finally, FC Bayern got the nod after a long back and forth. The 24-year-old initially comes to the Isar on loan for a year, but the Munich team has a purchase option. According to consistent media reports, various clubs were vying for Jackson.

In the end, the striker decided on the German record champions. Sky Sports reported, Jackson had attracted significant interest from a number of Premier League and European clubs, but his decision was made when Bayern expressed interest. Vincent Kompany is said to have had a significant influence on Jackson's decision to join Bayern.

Kompany wanted Jackson at Anderlecht

The English Sun confirms that report. Kompany had already tried to sign Jackson when he was still coach at Anderlecht. Jackson was determined to finally work with him. Kompany spoke with the player before the original loan agreement was made, and this personal touch convinced Jackson to reject a last-minute offer from Juventus Turin, it is said.

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Sources close to Jackson emphasize that his camp fully supports him and has done everything in the last 48 hours to get the deal done, according to the Sun.

Bayern's purchase option over 65 million euros

For Bayern, however, it is definitely not a cheap deal. A proud 16.5 million euros is transferred by FCB to the Blues for the one-year loan. In addition, Bayern takes over the full salary of the player. The purchase option is also a considerable 65 million euros. FC Chelsea paid around 37 million euros for the attacker's services in the summer of 2023.

Jackson was able to play himself into the spotlight in London, but after the numerous transfers this summer, he no longer played a role at the Club World Cup winner. Vincent Kompany's signing brings more options in the offense. The Munich team is thin on the ground there due to several departures. It has been clear for some time that Max Eberl and Christoph Freund are still looking for reinforcements.

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