Bayern’s Jackson buyout clause: Hoeneß sets the record straight | OneFootball

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

The honorary president of FC Bayern explained on Sport1's Doppelpass under which conditions the purchase option would become an obligation. According to him, 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 had been much speculation about the exact structure of the contract with FC Chelsea. According to media reports, the German record champions had long opposed entering into binding purchase obligations. Only loans with non-binding options were to be allowed. According to Hoeneß, the deal with Jackson formally meets this requirement – despite the built-in appearance clause.

Jackson’s side covers part of the loan fee

Furthermore, the 73-year-old confirmed that Jackson and his agent paid a significant portion of the loan fee out of their own pockets. Jackson and his agent took on more than three million euros of the fee, Hoeneß revealed. As a result, FC Bayern ultimately paid 13.5 million euros – significantly less than the originally reported 16.5 million.

When the transfer was first announced, it was unclear whether it involved a purchase option or a binding clause. Only later did several sources consistently report that a high number of appearances would determine the future of the 24-year-old forward. Even though Jackson can theoretically play in several positions, reaching the mark of 40 competitive matches is likely to remain out of reach in practice.

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

The final agreement only became possible after Chelsea restructured their squad. After the return of loan player Marc Guiu, Bayern received the green light – despite a previous rejection following the injury to Liam Delap.

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