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Newcastle’s Wait on Isak Could Trigger Jackson Move

Newcastle United’s striking situation remains in flux as the club waits to resolve Alexander Isak’s future before potentially moving for Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson, according to the PA News Agency.

Isak is currently absent from Eddie Howe’s training sessions after a £110 million bid from Liverpool was turned down. He is not expected to feature in Saturday’s Premier League opener against Aston Villa. Newcastle’s failed pursuit of Benjamin Sesko, who joined Manchester United from RB Leipzig, has heightened the urgency for a fresh option in attack.

Chelsea have informed Jackson that they are open to a sale, creating what some insiders describe as “a possible solution to the impasse.”

Jackson’s Chelsea Decline

The 24-year-old netted 10 Premier League goals last season but endured a barren spell of just one league goal in five months between December and May. He trained alone on Friday and has been left out of the squad for recent friendlies against Bayer Leverkusen and AC Milan.

His drop in the pecking order follows Chelsea’s summer arrivals of Liam Delap from Ipswich and Joao Pedro from Brighton. While fans appreciate his effort and flashes of talent, inconsistency and questions over temperament have tempered enthusiasm.

Transfer Links Involving Nkunku and Simons

PA News Agency also reports that Christopher Nkunku is wanted back by former club Leipzig, who would like the 27-year-old to be part of a deal for Xavi Simons. Chelsea have been in discussions for the Netherlands international but without resolution. Leipzig’s openness to taking Nkunku, whose Chelsea career has been hindered by injuries and limited to six league goals, could pave the way for progress.

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Simons offers flexibility as both an attacking midfielder and a winger, making him a potentially more adaptable option than Nkunku.

Chelsea’s Defensive Search

Head coach Enzo Maresca confirmed on Friday that a central defender is also on the recruitment list following Levi Colwill’s ACL surgery. The typical recovery period of six to nine months means the England international will likely miss most of the season. Chelsea have signed 19-year-old Jorrel Hato from Ajax but are eyeing a more experienced option.

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From a Newcastle perspective, this is a precarious balancing act. If Isak leaves, the need for a proven goalscorer becomes immediate. Jackson’s availability offers a short-term fix, but his inconsistent record raises doubts. Fans may question whether swapping one talisman for a forward struggling for form is a calculated risk or a gamble born of necessity.

For Chelsea supporters, the situation reflects an evolving squad under Maresca. Jackson’s departure could fund reinforcements, while Simons’ arrival would inject fresh creativity. Nkunku’s potential return to Leipzig may be bittersweet given his injury setbacks, yet it could help solve the Simons stalemate.

The defensive issue is equally pressing. Losing Colwill for the majority of the campaign is a significant blow, and while Hato is a promising talent, experience will be crucial in the coming months. This window could define Chelsea’s season, not only in attack but in maintaining defensive stability.

For neutrals, the intertwining of these moves shows how quickly one transfer domino can reshape multiple clubs’ strategies. If Isak stays, Newcastle may bide their time, but if he goes, expect swift and possibly surprising action.