Mikel Arteta and his entourage are increasingly desperate to land a new forward in 2025, particularly after long-term injuries to both Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus have ruled them out until next season. They struggled to bring in a new face in the winter transfer window, but it is believed that they have a number of targets on their shortlist heading into this summer.
Nicolas Jackson
According to the report from Super Deporte, via Sport Witness, Arsenal are in the race for Jackson's signature, but could face competition from Aston Villa, Newcastle and Atletico Madrid in their pursuit.
It is thought that Chelsea would be unlikely to consider offers of anything below €50 million (£41.7 million), having paid close to £30 million in 2023 to acquire his services from Villareal.
Moreover, he recently penned a two-year extension to an already lengthy contract which will now be valid until 2033, meaning the Blues are in no rush at all to part ways with the Senegalese international.
Nicolas Jackson vs Kai Havertz vs Gabriel Jesus - 2024/25 Statistics comparison
Metric
Jackson
Havertz
Jesus
Appearances
23
21
17
Minutes Played
1,736
1,839
608
Goals
9
9
3
Assists
5
3
0
Shots per 90
3.27
2.54
2.96
Key Passes per 90
1.3
0.78
1.18
Aerials Won (%)
33.3
45.9
33.3
Jackson has already matched Havertz's goal tally in the Premier League, and provided an additional two assists in fewer minutes of game time. Former Arsenal legend Thierry Henry previously heaped praise on the 23-year-old, suggesting he could be the "real deal" in the English top-flight.
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