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Nicolas Jackson

Nicolas Jackson — striker who agreed a transfer from Chelsea to Aston Villa for up to £65m in August 2026.

2026-06-082026-10-28

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  1. July 2026
  2. Daily Guide

    … Chelsea also have Liam Delap, Emmanuel Emegha, Marc Guiu and Nicolas Jackson on their books. …

    Chelsea Open Talks To Sign Danny Welbeck
  3. The Chronicle

    … Chelsea also have Liam Delap, Emmanuel Emegha, Marc Guiu and Nicolas Jackson on their books. …

    Chelsea open talks to sign Brighton striker Welbeck
  4. Joy Online

    … Chelsea also have Liam Delap, Emmanuel Emegha, Marc Guiu and Nicolas Jackson on their books. …

    Chelsea open talks to sign Henderson and Welbeck
  5. Joy Online

    … Chelsea also have Liam Delap, Emmanuel Emegha, Marc Guiu and Nicolas Jackson on their books. …

    Chelsea open talks to sign Brighton striker Welbeck
  6. The Chronicle

    … Since then, both Garnacho and striker Nicolas Jackson, available for £65m, were discussed in a separate deal that would see them move in the opposite direction to Villa Park. …

    Aston Villa in talks to sign Chelsea’s Garnacho
  7. June 2026
  8. The Ghanaian Times

    … Nicolas Jackson went closest for the Lions of Teranga when he rifled a low shot against the base of the post, which rebounded off goalkeeper Mike Maignan’s foot and trickled narrowly wide of the upright. …

    Mbappé double fires France pass Senegal
  9. Joy Online

    … Nicolas Jackson went closest for the Lions of Teranga when he rifled a low shot against the base of the post, which rebounded off goalkeeper Mike Maignan’s foot and trickled narrowly wide of the upright. …

    Kylian Mbappe France’s all-time top scorer in win over Senegal
  10. Joy Online

    … In attack, Thiaw has the speed of Ismaïla Sarr and Nicolas Jackson, supported by the vision of Lamina Camara in midfield. …

    Senegal World Cup 2026 team guide
  11. Joy Online

    … Out wide, Ismaïla Sarr offers directness; Iliman Ndiaye brings guile and close control, while Nicolas Jackson threatens in behind. …

    Seoul to New Jersey: Senegal’s reckoning with France, 24 Years on

Yesterday

  1. Manchester City manager says players block out hostile away crowds

    Manchester City lost their first Premier League match of the season to Aston Villa, where opposing fans chanted about the club's financial rule breaches. Manager Enzo Maresca said the players showed they do not care about the noise and remain focused on playing the game.

    20 hours ago · Joy Online →

Monday 26 October

  1. Man City's defensive struggles cost them Premier League perfection

    Manchester City's unbeaten start ended in a 2-1 home loss to Aston Villa, with goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and defender Marc Guehi drawing concern after combining for six errors leading to Premier League goals since last season. City have managed only one clean sheet in their past six games, whilst title rivals Arsenal moved level on points at the top with a 2-0 win over Everton.

    26 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 27 September

  1. Nigeria beats Madagascar 2-1 in AFCON 2027 qualifier

    Nigeria came from behind to defeat Madagascar 2-1 at home in their opening Group L match of AFCON 2027 qualifying. Debutant Moses Usor scored the winning goal, and Nigeria face Guinea-Bissau next on Tuesday.

    27 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 19 September

  1. Suzuki impresses in first Premier League appearance for Villa

    Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, signed from Parma for around £30m in August, made key saves and distributed the ball effectively in Aston Villa's first Premier League win of the season against Tottenham, demonstrating he can fill the void left by departing Argentina number one Emiliano Martinez.

    19 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Aston Villa sign Mbaye from PSG and Harwood-Bellis

    Aston Villa have signed Senegal winger Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain for €55 million and English defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton in a deal reaching £29 million, as manager Unai Emery strengthens the squad.

    2 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Enzo Fernandez completes record £125m move to Manchester City

    Manchester City have signed midfielder Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea for £125m, a joint-British transfer record that takes City's spending to a Premier League-record £458m this window. Fernandez, who joined Chelsea from Benfica in 2023 for £107m, had requested to leave after becoming unsettled at Stamford Bridge.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 28 August

  1. Chelsea agree £7.5m fee for Aston Villa goalkeeper Martinez

    Chelsea have agreed a £7.5m fee to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, with the 33-year-old Argentina international set to undergo a medical at Stamford Bridge. The move follows concerns over Robert Sanchez's recent performances and comes days before the transfer deadline.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Aston Villa close to £65m deal for Chelsea striker Jackson

    Aston Villa are near agreement to sign striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea for up to £65m (£47.5m initial plus £17.5m add-ons), with Jackson expected to reunite with Unai Emery. His arrival would likely trigger England international Ollie Watkins' move to Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 8 August

  1. Chelsea beats AC Milan 3-0 in pre-season match

    Chelsea defeated AC Milan 3-0 in a pre-season friendly in Jakarta, with Joao Pedro scoring twice and Moises Caicedo adding the third. The win came after successive defeats to Tottenham and Juventus under new manager Xabi Alonso.

    8 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Alonso's Chelsea debut features four strikers in 6-4 win

    Xabi Alonso's first match as Chelsea manager ended in a 6-4 victory against Western Sydney Wanderers, with Joao Pedro scoring a nine-minute hat-trick. The performance highlighted contrasting striker form: 17-year-old Dastan Satpaev impressed with the opening goal, while Liam Delap again struggled and could be sold as Chelsea pursues talks with Danny Welbeck.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Chelsea in talks to sign Brighton striker Danny Welbeck

    Chelsea are negotiating with Brighton to sign 35-year-old striker Danny Welbeck, who scored 13 league goals in 37 games for Brighton last season. The move reflects Chelsea's shift toward signing experienced players alongside their existing model of acquiring young talent.

    28 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  3. Chelsea in talks to sign Brighton striker Danny Welbeck

    Chelsea are negotiating with Brighton to sign 35-year-old striker Danny Welbeck, who scored 13 league goals in 37 games for Brighton last season. The move reflects Chelsea's shift toward signing experienced players rather than relying solely on their traditional model of acquiring young talent.

    28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 27 July

  1. Chelsea in talks to sign Henderson and Welbeck

    Chelsea are negotiating with Brentford for England midfielder Jordan Henderson, 36, available on a free transfer, and with Brighton for ex-England striker Danny Welbeck, 35, as the club seeks experienced players to refine its strategy of signing young talent.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Chelsea in talks to sign Brighton striker Welbeck

    Chelsea are negotiating with Brighton to sign 35-year-old striker Danny Welbeck, who scored 13 league goals in 37 games for Brighton last season. The Blues are seeking experience as part of a shift in their recruitment strategy, though Welbeck's current contract runs until the end of 2026-27.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Aston Villa pursue Chelsea winger Garnacho on loan with purchase option

    Aston Villa are in advanced talks to sign Alejandro Garnacho on loan with a potential obligation to buy, following Chelsea's £117m sale of Morgan Rogers to Villa. The 21-year-old Argentina winger, made available for £43m, would be Villa's fourth summer signing after Johan Manzambi, Joao Gomes and Modou Kaba Cisse.

    22 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 18 June

  1. Mbappé scores twice to fire France past Senegal

    Kylian Mbappé became France's all-time leading goal scorer with a double as Les Bleus beat Senegal in their World Cup opener in New Jersey. Mbappé's second goal, a long-range effort in stoppage time, lifted him to 58 goals for France, one clear of former record holder Olivier Giroud.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Mbappe becomes France's all-time top scorer against Senegal

    Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France beat Senegal 3–1 in their World Cup opener, with his second goal lifting him to 58 goals for Les Bleus, surpassing Olivier Giroud's former record.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 8 June

  1. Senegal qualifies for 2026 World Cup with regenerated squad

    Senegal has qualified for the 2026 World Cup in North America by dominating their qualification group. Coach Pape Thiaw has integrated younger players into the squad while moving away from veteran names who went to Qatar, aiming for a faster-paced team based on possession and dynamic movement.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Senegal's 2002 World Cup upset of France shaped national football identity

    On May 31, 2002, Senegal defeated defending world champions France 1-0 in Seoul in their first World Cup appearance, with Papa Bouba Diop scoring in the 30th minute. The victory became a defining moment for Senegalese football, proving the nation could compete with global superpowers and shattering a psychological barrier for future generations.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

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