Bayern Munich have confirmed the signing of Senegal striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea on a season-long loan, with an option that could turn the deal permanent.
Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson has defied club orders to return to London after the club abruptly cancelled his loan move to Bayern Munich - a decision that has left the player furious and hoping to revive the deal before the transfer window closes.
Nicolas Jackson has been handed a two-match ban for his red card in the 3-1 Club World Cup Group D loss to Flamengo.
Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca says he is not against the idea of pairing strikers Nicolas Jackson and new signing Liam Delap together upfront instead of having them compete for the same position.
Nicolas Jackson has set his sights on Chelsea's upcoming showdown with Liverpool after inspiring a 4-1 win over Djurgarden in the first leg of the Conference League semi-final.
Chelsea secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Everton at Stamford Bridge, with Nicolas Jackson's first-half strike proving the difference in a tense Premier League clash.