Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson wanted by Atletico Madrid with two Premier League rivals ready to do battle for transfer
ATLETICO MADRID are plotting an ambitious summer move for Nicolas Jackson – but could face competition from TWO Premier League sides.
The Chelsea striker, who is currently injured, has performed well this season bagging nine Premier League goals so far.
But there is still a question mark over whether he has the quality to lead Chelsea back to the top of the table which remains the west London club’s ultimate ambition.
The Blues have been linked with moves for a new striker.
And if they do enter the transfer market in the summer for a No9 it could push Jackson towards the exit.
Atletico have long admired the player and the Spanish giants would be at the front of the queue should he become available.
But SunSport understands Aston Villa and Newcastle are also monitoring developments.
Aston Villa know that they face a fight to keep hold of their forward Ollie Watkins in the summer, with Arsenal keen to resurrect a deal for the player.
And Alexander Isak could leave St James’ Park if Eddie Howe can’t deliver Champions League football.
Earlier this month SunSport revealed that Newcastle were monitoring potential replacements. Bournemouth’s Justin Kluivert is firmly on their radar.
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They’ve watched the Cherries striker several times this season and believe he could be persuaded to follow in his father’s footsteps, Patrick Kluivert, who was a favourite on Tyneside.
But Jackson, a proven Premier League goalscorer, would also appeal to Newcastle and they are closely monitoring developments.