Nicolas Jackson knows where he wants to play next season after rejecting two top clubs

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Right now, it is not clear where Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson will be playing in the 2025/26 campaign.

Chelsea‘s transfer business this summer could end up forcing the 24-year-old to leave Stamford Bridge.

The Blues have signed Joao Pedro and Liam Delap, meaning that Jackson could start the new season as the team’s third-choice centre-forward.

Chelsea fans do not want Jackson to join Manchester United, who are one club currently being linked with the Senegal international.

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Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson wants Premier League stay after rejecting Napoli and AC Milan

It is thought that Jackson is open to signing for United, with remaining in England seemingly being his preference.

According to The Sun, Jackson would rather stay in the Premier League than move to another division and has already turned down offers from Napoli and AC Milan.

Jackson has become an established first-team striker over the last two seasons, so Napoli and Milan’s interest is not a surprise.

However, as of now, it looks like the former Villarreal man will either stay at Chelsea or join another Premier League side, such as United.

Jackson is not the only Chelsea player whose future is currently in doubt. Renato Veiga could also be on his way out before the transfer window closes.

Atletico Madrid are keen on signing Veiga as they look to strengthen their defence ahead of the new campaign.

How much Chelsea want for Nicolas Jackson

If Jackson does depart Stamford Bridge, he is not going to go for a small fee. Different price tags have been mentioned, but The Sun’s report claims that Chelsea value their No.9 at £80m.

Selling him for that much would see the club make a hefty profit. They bought Jackson from Villarreal for just £32m back in 2023.

The Chelsea star has a lot of potential; he could develop into a top centre-forward one day. But it would be a shock if someone paid anywhere close to £80m for a player who is still as raw as Jackson.