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Manchester United considers Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson before transfer deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 8:10 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Manchester United considers Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson before transfer deadline

Summary

Manchester United is exploring options to bolster their attacking lineup before the transfer deadline, according to former player Quinton Fortune. He suggested Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson as a viable candidate to provide additional support, especially with Benjamin Sesko recovering from a shin injury. Jackson, who returned from a loan at Bayern Munich, recorded 30 goals and 12 assists in 80 matches since joining Chelsea in 2023. Fortune emphasized the need for United to add depth as they prepare to compete in the Champions League next season.

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By the Numbers

•Fortune advocates for signing Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea.
•United seeks to relieve the scoring burden on Benjamin Sesko.
•Jackson scored 24 goals and 10 assists in 65 Premier League matches.
•United previously signed midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea this transfer window.
•Jackson's situation at Chelsea remains uncertain following his loan.

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8:10 AMYahoo Sports — 25-year-old striker with 34 G/A in 65 Premier League games ‘is an option’ for Man United before deadline, says ex-Red

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Former Manchester United star Quinton Fortune believes Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson ‘is an option’ for the Reds this summer.It comes amid reports that United are seeking a new striker to ease the g...
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