Newcastle United willing to meet new Chelsea price for £32 million wantaway star
Newcastle United Prepared to Meet Chelsea’s £60 Million Valuation for Nicolas Jackson as Isak Uncertainty Grows
Newcastle United are reportedly prepared to match Chelsea’s £60 million asking price for Senegalese striker Nicolas Jackson in the ongoing summer transfer window, as manager Eddie Howe looks to strengthen his attacking options amid growing uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak’s future at St James’ Park.
According to TEAMtalk, the 24-year-old Chelsea forward has emerged as a serious target for the Magpies, who are eager to bring in a reliable and versatile striker before the window closes. Newcastle’s need for reinforcements in attack has intensified following persistent speculation that Isak could force through a move to Liverpool, leaving Howe with little choice but to draw up a shortlist of potential replacements.
Chelsea Lower Their Demands
Initially, Chelsea had been demanding around £80 million for Jackson, a figure that Newcastle were reluctant to meet. However, the West London club have now reduced their valuation to £60 million, a price that is much more palatable to the EFL Cup holders. Sources suggest that Newcastle are willing to pay that amount if they decide to formally pursue the player, though no official bid has yet been lodged.
Howe is reportedly convinced that Jackson possesses the qualities to not only replace Isak but to thrive in his own right on Tyneside. The Senegal international’s pace, physicality, and work rate have been noted as attributes that would fit seamlessly into Newcastle’s high-intensity style of play.
Jackson’s Chelsea Journey at a Crossroads
Jackson joined Chelsea from Villarreal in July 2023 for a fee of £32 million. Since then, his tenure at Stamford Bridge has been something of a mixed bag. While his finishing has sometimes been inconsistent, his relentless energy, intelligent movement, and ability to create scoring opportunities for teammates have been widely praised.
In just over a year, the forward has made close to 100 appearances for the Blues, contributing 30 goals and 12 assists across all competitions. Despite this, his future at Stamford Bridge appears bleak. Chelsea’s summer acquisitions of Liam Delap and João Pedro have pushed Jackson down the pecking order, and with Mauricio Pochettino reshaping his attacking options, the 24-year-old is now viewed as expendable.
Newcastle’s Striker Search Heats Up
Newcastle’s pursuit of Jackson comes amid a wider search for attacking reinforcements. The club have been linked with several forwards, including Brentford’s Yoane Wissa, as they prepare for the possibility of losing Isak before deadline day.
While the Magpies are ready to meet Chelsea’s £60 million valuation, they are still considering whether to commit to a deal immediately or explore other options first. The decision will likely hinge on how the Isak situation unfolds in the coming days.
A Potential St James’ Park Arrival?
If Newcastle do push forward with a move, Jackson could find himself at the centre of one of the Premier League’s more significant late-window transfers. For Chelsea, the sale would represent a tidy profit on a player they signed just over a year ago, while for Newcastle, it would signal a bold statement of intent as they look to maintain momentum following their EFL Cup triumph.
The coming weeks promise to be pivotal—not just for Jackson’s career but also for Newcastle’s attacking plans. Whether the Senegalese striker will be wearing black and white stripes by the time the transfer window closes remains to be seen, but the groundwork for a potential deal is already in place.