Jackson joins Aston Villa, Chelsea bank £65m

Chelsea confirm Jackson's permanent move to Villa, securing a hefty profit on their 2023 investment.

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What happened. Chelsea have confirmed Nicolas Jackson's permanent transfer to Aston Villa for £65m, a significant profit on the fee paid to Villarreal in 2023.

• Jackson scored 30 goals in 81 appearances for Chelsea.
• He spent his final season on loan at Bayern Munich.
• Villa boss Unai Emery previously coached Jackson at Villarreal.

“Nicolas Jackson has completed a permanent transfer from Chelsea to Aston Villa.”

— Chelsea club statement

Jackson reunites with Emery at Villa Park, aiming to replicate his Villarreal form in the Premier League.

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