Aston Villa nearing £65m agreement for Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson

Aston Villa is close to finalizing a deal to sign striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea, valued at up to £65 million. The agreement includes an initial payment of £47.5 million, with £17.5 million in add-ons. Jackson's move to Villa Park may also prompt Ollie Watkins' transfer to Al-Hilal. Jackson previously played under Villa manager Unai Emery at Villarreal, and his signing would bolster Villa's summer acquisitions. As Villa undergoes a significant squad overhaul, they have already experienced multiple departures, with Watkins potentially becoming the fifth starter sold since the Europa League victory in May.

• 8:02 PMYahoo Sports — Villa close to £65m move for Chelsea's Jackson
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