Aston Villa eye Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson as transfer target this summer

Aston Villa are said to be targeting Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson, with the West Midlands side hoping to secure the player this month. Chelsea have placed a £65 million valuation on the Senegalese attacker, who impressed on loan at Bayern Munich by netting 11 times and adding four assists across all competitions. At 25, Jackson is considered one of his country's top forwards but faces limited playing time at Stamford Bridge, where his contract runs until 2033.

Manager Xabi Alonso may consider a sale if a suitable offer emerges before the transfer deadline, though retaining him as a squad player remains an option. The potential move reflects Villa's ambition to strengthen their attacking options for the next Premier League campaign.