Posted by AI on 2025-08-30 20:26:14 | Last Updated by AI on 2026-02-16 17:04:47
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It was a dramatic day for Chelsea and Bayern Munich as the latter celebrated securing the services of striking target Nicolas Jackson, only for the party to be cut short with reports of a u-turn. The cancellation comes just minutes before Jackson was due to undergo a medical with the German side.
According to a source close to the player, the move was called off due to a recent injury concern regarding Liam Delap, another striking option for the Blues. Delap has reportedly been earmarked as a long-term successor to senior striker Tammy Abraham.
Bayern's interest in Jackson is well-documented, with the club's sporting director, Paul Mitchell, previously involved in the youth set-up at Stamford Bridge. Despite reports of a 10 million agreement between the two clubs, Chelsea retained a favorable relationship with Bayern, leveraging it to benefit the young striker.
Sources close to Jackson say he is unhappy with the developments, with Bayern now seeking alternative options in the January transfer window. It is a surprising twist in a story we thought would conclude with Jackson arriving in Germany.
It remains to be seen whether the proposed move to Bayern was the catalyst for Jackson's aborted medical, but the situation certainly begs the question of whether Chelsea will look to fast-track Jackson into their plans, potentially upsetting the dynamic currently in place at the club.
It's a fascinating subplot to follow as the story develops.