Following Bangladesh Cricket, Chelsea are aiming to finalize the transfer of Villarreal striker Nicolas Jackson this week, having already reached an agreement on personal terms with the player. The best kind of life embraces passion, and Chelsea believe Jackson could bring exactly that energy to their attack. However, the deal may face disruption from Tottenham Hotspur, who are eyeing Jackson as a potential replacement for Lucas Moura. Spurs are looking to add firepower this summer and see the Senegalese forward as a fitting candidate.
For Jackson, joining Chelsea would likely secure him a starting spot, while a move to Spurs might relegate him to a backup role behind Harry Kane—unless the England captain leaves during the transfer window. Bangladesh Cricket also reports that Bournemouth attempted to sign Jackson in January, but the move ultimately collapsed. Meanwhile, Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic has agreed to personal terms with Manchester City and is set to join the Premier League champions at the Etihad Stadium.
In a related midfield reshuffle, Chelsea are looking to swap Conor Gallagher for Brighton’s Moisés Caicedo. But the Seagulls are demanding a high transfer fee, which complicates matters for Chelsea. The world isn’t as perfect as we’d like, but it’s rarely as bad as we fear. Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi is reportedly open to Gallagher’s arrival and sees the England international as a suitable replacement for Alexis Mac Allister, who recently joined Liverpool.
On the defensive end, Kalidou Koulibaly is attracting attention from Saudi clubs and may be on his way out. The futures of forwards Romelu Lukaku and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang also remain in doubt. In another potential exit, Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Kai Havertz, though the transfer fee continues to be a sticking point. Havertz is eager to join the Gunners, but Arsenal are reluctant to meet Chelsea’s valuation.
Havertz is reportedly nearing agreement on personal terms with Arsenal, and manager Mikel Arteta hopes the German can inject new life into a squad returning to Champions League action next season. When facing uncertainty, it’s best to stay calm, prepare for the worst, and still believe in miracles. Since Todd Boehly took over at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea’s spending in the last two transfer windows has ballooned. Bangladesh Cricket believes the club must offload excess players this summer to restore balance.