Aston Villa are facing stiff competition in the chase for **24‑year‑old Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson**, with none other than manager **José Mourinho** reportedly circling as a rival. Villa have identified Jackson as their top target in what has become a frenzied final weeks of the transfer window ([TalkSport][1]).
Jackson, who joined Chelsea in 2023 for around £32 million, remains sidelined—excluded from both preseason squads and the season opener, leaving his future at Stamford Bridge in limbo ([TalkSport][1], [We Ain\'t Got No History][2]). Chelsea’s valuation reportedly sits in the region of £60–80 million, but clubs—including Villa—are hopeful of negotiating a loan arrangement with an obligation to buy, given the club’s financial constraints and Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) ([TalkSport][1]).
Adding to the complexity, Newcastle United, AC Milan, and Bayern Munich are all credited with interest in Jackson—creating a highly competitive market for the Senegalese forward ([TalkSport][1]). Villa’s manager Unai Emery, who previously coached Jackson at Villarreal, remains one of his strongest advocates, emphasizing a personal connection and potential for reunion ([We Ain\'t Got No History][2], [TalkSport][1]).
With less than two weeks remaining in the transfer window, urgency is mounting. Villa’s hopes may hinge on financial ingenuity, perhaps convincing Chelsea to accept loan terms amid broader market dynamics and other clubs’ pursuits ([We Ain\'t Got No History][2], [TalkSport][1]).
In short, while Jackson remains Villa’s priority, Mourinho’s indirect involvement—through his interest—introduces fresh competition and pressure, making the deal far from straightforward.
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