Nicolas Jackson’s departure from FC Bayern is drawing ever closer – and concrete options are already emerging for the striker’s time after Munich
The German record champions have made their decision: the purchase option for the 24-year-old will not be exercised. After his loan spell, Jackson will initially return to Chelsea FC in the summer, but his future there is also likely to be open
As Sky reports, there is already concrete interest from Serie A. Juventus Turin and AC Milan in particular are keeping a close eye on the Senegalese attacker. While Milan are keeping a close eye on the player, Juventus‘ interest is said to be particularly concrete
This could quickly open up new prospects for Jackson – and at a high international level
In sporting terms, Jackson has improved significantly at FC Bayern in recent weeks. After a rather mixed start, the attacker has increasingly found his feet and has been able to contribute important goals and assists
According to sporting director Max Eberl, FC Bayern will not be taking up the purchase option of 60 to 65 million euros. A second loan is also not currently planned, so there is every indication that Jackson will return to London for the time being
His salary is also a factor: the striker is currently set to earn around ten million euros gross, which would have made a permanent signing an expensive package for Bayern – especially for a player who would be scheduled behind Harry Kane
Italy the most likely destination for Jackson
Jackson could now be heading to Italy. Both Juventus and AC Milan are looking for reinforcements in attack – and apparently see the Bayern loanee as an interesting option
Juventus in particular are said to be looking more closely at a possible transfer, with the Italians planning a shake-up in attack in the summer and could give Jackson an important role
Milan are also still in the running and have Jackson on their list. A move to Serie A would be an exciting opportunity for the attacker to get more regular playing time.