The transfer merry-go-round is in full swing as the Benjamin Sesko story becomes the latest domino to fall in the striker movements this summer. With the RB Leipzig man reportedly making his choice, this may open the door for Chelsea to offload Nicolas Jackson, as one team is left without any other option.
Manchester United’s Latest Move Could Open An Exit Route for Nicolas Jackson
Benjamin Sesko Decision
According to Fabrizio Romano, the striker has made his decision and come to an agreement with the Red Devils over a move to Old Trafford. With Hugo Ekitike, Liam Delap, and Victor Gyoekeres all off the market, this leaves slim pickings for Newcastle United in the transfer window after they were rebuffed by the Slovenian.
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With Sesko reportedly on his way to Manchester, that could lead to one notable exit from Stamford Bridge.
Newcastle Interest in Nicolas Jackson
As reported by The Athletic, Newcastle have eyed up a move for Jackson as a striker option now that they’ve lost out on the race for RB Leipzig’s marksman. The Senegalese attacker has found himself slipping down the Blues’ depth chart following the arrivals of Delap and João Pedro. He found himself out in the cold towards the end of the Club World Cup after being sent off in the group stage.
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This deal is more likely to go ahead now that Manchester United have secured their own striker target. That means all of Liverpool, Arsenal, United, and Chelsea have strengthened their attacking positions while the Magpies are left scrambling after losing out on other names.
This could end up being a good deal for Eddie Howe’s side as Jackson has been rather effective for Chelsea despite his recent woes. He averages one goal contribution in every two matches with 30 strikes and 12 assists to his name in 81 appearances.