In a new development in Manchester United’s search for a striker, Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson is reportedly keen to make the move to Old Trafford this summer.
According to a report from GIVEMESPORT, Jackson’s interest in joining United is so strong that he is willing to forgo European football for a season to be part of Ruben Amorim’s new project. This news serves as a major boost for United in their pursuit of the player.
However, while the player may be open to the move, Chelsea have no intention of letting him leave cheaply. The London club has placed a staggering £100 million price tag on the Senegalese international, a valuation designed to either deter suitors or secure a massive profit.
This prohibitive asking price makes a straightforward cash transfer extremely difficult for Manchester United, who are known to be operating under financial constraints and need to sell players before making major purchases.
This situation reinforces the likelihood that a player-plus-cash or direct swap deal is the only realistic path to an agreement. Previous reports have suggested that wantaway winger Alejandro Garnacho could be included in a potential deal, a move that could help bridge the significant financial gap between the two clubs.
While Nicolas Jackson’s desire is clear, a deal remains far from certain. The £100 million asking price is a major hurdle that will likely require a creative solution from Manchester United to overcome.