- Bayern Munich pay €16m loan fee with €65m obligation
- Chelsea previously cancelled the deal after Delap’s injury
- Jackson signs five-year deal, joins Kompany’s Bayern squad
Bayern Munich and Chelsea initially struck a deal with just an option to buy, but the Blues pulled out after Liam Delap’s injury. However, Chelsea pushed for a permanent obligation, and Bayern eventually agreed to fresh terms to secure the move, as per Fabrizio Romano. Jackson’s determination to sign with Der Rekordmeister meant he stayed in Germany while talks were ongoing.
The deal represents a significant financial commitment from Bayern Munich, who see Jackson as a long-term attacking option alongside Harry Kane. Chelsea, meanwhile, have ensured they will receive a guaranteed fee after growing frustrated with loan exits that failed to materialise into permanent moves.
Jackson will cost Bayern a total package of £70.5m if performance clauses are met. He has already signed a five-year deal and is expected to provide competition across the front line. The Senegal international’s agent confirmed they “did everything” to ensure the deal went through after Chelsea’s initial U-turn a few days ago.
The Senegalese striker will now undergo medical checks before being unveiled as a Bayern Munich player. Jackson will now be in line to make his Bundesliga debut when the Bavarians play against Hamburg on Saturday, September 13.
