Jackson deal close: Eberl moves away from Hoeneß’s demands | OneFootball

Nicolas Jackson is on the verge of a move to FC Bayern. Particularly explosive: The desired contract terms are likely to cause a course deviation at the highest club level.

As of Sunday evening, the deal seemed to have fallen through, but now talks with Chelsea have been intensified again. According to consistent English media reports, the negotiations have noticeably accelerated - the key data is apparently about to be finalized. A loan deal with an obligation to buy is on the table. The Athletic, GiveMeSport, and the Telegraph unanimously report "positive talks" between the clubs and all refer to the aforementioned obligation to buy. Sky has also now confirmed an obligation to buy in the contract terms.

Such a step would be quite remarkable. Because internally, there was a clear guideline: The supervisory board around Uli Hoeneß had recently emphasized that they only wanted to make loans with a simple purchase option in the current summer window - to minimize financial risks. A mandatory clause for Jackson would therefore be a clear signal that Max Eberl is willing to deviate from the original route in individual cases - apparently in coordination with the supervisory board.

The deal was considered off the table after the injury-related failure of Chelsea talent Liam Delap. The Blues insisted on the striker's return after the incident - but now apparently another turnaround, after the English had brought back another loan player, Marc Guiu, early. English Sky Sports also reports that Bayern is about to agree to the demanded model with obligation.

"We were all set for a world-class project"

Jackson's environment is disappointed about the bumpy course and continues to insist on completion. His agent Ali Barat told transfer expert Fabrizio Romano: "Nico was ready. Bayern was ready. We were all set for a world-class project. The fact that the agreement was withdrawn at the last moment is deeply frustrating. But we won't give up."

And further: "I will fight with everything I have to ensure that Nico's next step is commensurate with his talent, ambition, and the jointly developed plan. We hope that Chelsea can compensate for Liam Delap's unfortunate injury."

Barat also told Sky: "Yes, it's true, as Sky reported. The deal fell through last night. The clubs have been negotiating again since today. We hope for a solution, because Nicolas Jackson is ready for FC Bayern. We are fighting for this deal until the end."

So even though the last details still need to be clarified, all signs point to a quick agreement. The final decision could be imminent.

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