Aston Villa Signs Nicolas Jackson for £65 Million
· Sports · BBC Sport
Aston Villa has completed the signing of striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea in a deal valued at up to £65 million. The move coincides with the expected departure of Ollie Watkins, who is set to join Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal. Jackson, 25, joins a revamped squad following the exits of several key players and a difficult 4-0 opening-match defeat to Brighton. While Jackson brings a higher rate of shots and expected goals compared to Watkins, he has faced scrutiny regarding his conversion rate of high-value chances. He joins other recent additions including Johan Manzambi, Joao Gomes, Zion Suzuki, and Matteo Ruggeri as part of a significant summer overhaul by manager Unai Emery.
Why it matters
The transfer marks a major tactical shift for Aston Villa as they replace their long-term leading scorer with a different profile of striker to lead their attack under Unai Emery.
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