Manchester United’s hunt for a new striker continues to dominate headlines, with the club weighing up multiple options to spearhead Ruben Amorim’s revamped attack.
With pre-season coming to a close and the Premier League opener fast approaching, the Red Devils remain engaged in talks for top target Benjamin Sesko, but aren’t ignoring alternative opportunities that may arise in the market.
Amorim is determined to add another forward to complement recent signings Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, creating a more fluid and versatile front line at Old Trafford.
While United are in no rush to panic buy, clubs across Europe are beginning to position their surplus stars in front of United’s recruitment team, hoping to strike a deal.
And one of the most notable names now being presented to the Red Devils is that of Nicolas Jackson.
TalkSPORT reports that Chelsea have offered the Senegalese striker to a number of clubs, including Manchester United, Newcastle, and AC Milan, as they look to offload the 24-year-old ahead of the new campaign.
Nicolas Jackson is expected to see reduced game time at Stamford Bridge following the arrival of Liam Delap, prompting Chelsea to explore sale or loan options.
The Blues are said to be open to letting Jackson leave for a fee in the region of £80 million, though they may also consider a loan with an obligation to buy.
For United, the focus remains firmly on Sesko, but the club has yet to make a formal bid — and with Newcastle applying pressure in that race, Jackson could become a fallback option should the Slovenian opt for a move elsewhere.
Although the valuation is steep, Jackson’s age and Premier League experience may appeal to United’s leadership, especially if the Sesko saga drags out any longer.
Whether United will act on Chelsea’s offer remains to be seen, but it’s clear the Blues are keen to cash in — and United’s striker shortlist just got one name longer.
