Chelsea Agrees £12.9m Loan Exit for Nicolas Jackson to Bayern Munich

Chelsea is finalizing significant player departures and acquisitions ahead of the 2025/26 season. Nicolas Jackson is set to join Bayern Munich on a loan deal worth £12.9 million, with an option for a permanent transfer valued at £56.2 million next summer, providing competition for Harry Kane. Christopher Nkunku is close to a permanent move to AC Milan, with Chelsea agreeing on a fee around £30-38 million including add-ons; Nkunku has accepted personal terms despite a challenging stint at Chelsea marked by injuries and limited playing time. Chelsea has also seen the exit of midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka to Borussia Dortmund and is actively pursuing new signings such as Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United and potentially Facundo Buonanotte on loan. Bayern Munich's manager Vincent Kompany criticized the financial dominance of the Premier League, highlighting it as a factor in the difficulty German clubs face retaining top talent. Chelsea continues to reshape its squad amid heavy competition and managerial changes.