Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness has poured cold water on the idea of Nicolas Jackson loan move from Chelsea turning permanent.
Jackson’s dramatic deadline day switch
The Senegalese striker completed a late loan move to Bavaria on deadline day, after the deal initially collapsed when Chelsea were forced to recall him due to Liam Delap’s injury.
Determined to push through the switch, Jackson eventually got his wish once the Blues cut short Marc Guiu’s Sunderland spell to cover their forward options.
The 23-year-old has joined Bayern to provide depth behind Harry Kane, with the Bundesliga champions paying a loan fee for the deal.
Reports had suggested the agreement also included a conditional obligation to buy if Jackson hit a certain number of appearances.
Hoeness: Nicolas Jackson will “never” trigger clause
Speaking to Sport1 Dopa, Hoeness insisted that scenario is highly unlikely:
“It’s not a €16.5 million loan fee, because the player and his agent are contributing €3m, so that leaves €13.5m,” the Bayern chief clarified.
As for the obligation clause, he made it clear the conditions won’t be met: “He will never reach the number of games required.”
What it means for Chelsea and Bayern
For Chelsea, Jackson’s exit provides short-term relief to balance their attacking options, while also allowing the player valuable game time in Germany.
For Bayern, the loan is viewed purely as a temporary measure to strengthen squad depth, not as a long-term solution.
Unless there is a significant turnaround in circumstances, the striker is expected to return to Stamford Bridge at the end of the campaign.
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