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Jackson is a 'perfect fit' for Bayern, says Kompany

Vincent Kompany believes Nicolas Jackson to be "a perfect fit" for Bayern Munich as the striker prepares for his Bundesliga debut.

Jackson & Bayern put up 'big fight' to seal transfer from Chelsea

Bayern Munich director Max Eberl revealed Nicolas Jackson’s transfer took a 'big fight' and an intense 48 hours after Chelsea tried to block the move.

Jackson responds to Bayern chief's impossible transfer claim

Nicolas Jackson brushed off Uli Hoeness' claim that his Bayern Munich move will never be permanent, turning his focus towards helping the team win.

Jackson's shock Chelsea exit to Bayern branded 'a bit harsh'

Nicolas Jackson’s shock switch from Chelsea to Bayern Munich - which was agreed a year out from signing a new contract at Stamford Bridge - has been branded a "bit harsh" despite the Senegal international striker not being a "natural goal-scorer". Blues legend Roberto Di Matteo has offered his take on a surprising switch agreed late in the summer window.

Kane defends Jackson in 'follow the Premier League' message

Harry Kane has spoken out in defence of new Bayern Munich team-mate Nicolas Jackson, with the odd question being asked of why the Senegalese striker has been drafted in by the Bundesliga giants. Kane has pointed out that the lively frontman put in plenty of encouraging Premier League performances for Chelsea when leading the line for an often inconsistent outfit.

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How Jackson's Chelsea dream turned to nightmare

The most tantalising fixture on matchday one of the new Champions League season comes from the Allianz Arena, where kings of Germany Bayern Munich play host to Club World Cup winners Chelsea. These two teams have history - this will be the Blues' first trip back to Bavaria since lifting their first European Cup there in 2012 - but there is an extremely contemporary entity now linking them.

Maresca explains Jackson's Chelsea exit & opens up on texts

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has explained the club's decision to let Nicolas Jackson join Bayern Munich on a season-long loan. The striker secured a deadline day move to the German giants, just when it looked like a switch to the Bundesliga might not happen. Now, the Senegal international's current team are set to face his old employers in the Champions League.

Kompany admits seeking inside info on Chelsea from Jackson

Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany has admitted he has spoken to Nicolas Jackson about parent club Chelsea as the two teams prepare to face off in the Champions League. The striker swapped the Blues for the German giants on loan and now he could be particularly helpful for the Bundesliga outfit. Incidentally, Kompany has highlighted a "hidden strength" Enzo Maresca's team possess.

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Why Jackson can play for Bayern against Chelsea

Nicolas Jackson could find himself lining up against his former team-mates when Bayern Munich collide with Chelsea in the Champions League on Wednesday. Thanks to UEFA’s competition integrity rules, the 24-year-old striker is free to face the Blues despite being on loan from Stamford Bridge.

Jackson opens up on 'rollercoaster' transfer chaos with Bayern & Chelsea

Nicolas Jackson has described his transfer to Bayern Munich as an “emotional rollercoaster” after his loan move from Chelsea almost collapsed ahead of the deadline. The striker revealed how Vincent Kompany’s personal touch convinced him to join the German champions and is now preparing to face his parent club in the Champions League.

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Bayern look to exploit Chelsea transfer precedent with Jackson

Bayern Munich are reportedly hoping to exploit a transfer precedent set by Chelsea with loanee Nicolas Jackson. The striker secured a deadline day season-long loan move to the German giants with a conditional obligation to buy for £54 million. But it seems the Bundesliga champions are exploring ways to snap up the Senegal international for a smaller fee.

Jackson still hoping to make permanent Bayern switch

Nicolas Jackson's Chelsea career is reportedly over as the Senegal striker is still hoping to make a permanent switch to Bayern Munich. The deal that took him away from West London was as complex as it was costly. Bayern shelled out €16.5m for the temporary arrangement, with the possibility of turning it into a €65m full transfer. That puts the overall package at €81.5m (£71m/$96m).

Agent lifts lid on Chelsea chaos in Jackson’s Bayern saga

Nicolas Jackson’s chaotic loan move to Bayern Munich almost collapsed on deadline day after Chelsea tried to recall him, with his agent Ali Barat revealing the details on the drama. The deal only went through in the final hours following tense negotiations. Just two weeks later, Jackson faced his parent club in the Champions League, adding extra intrigue to Bayern’s 3-1 win over Chelsea.

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Bayern U-turn?! Jackson agrees next move after loan from Chelsea

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson looks set to extend his stay in Germany after Bayern Munich reportedly reached an informal agreement with the Senegal international over a permanent deal. Jackson only joined on loan in the summer following Chelsea’s busy attacking rebuild, but strong early impressions have convinced the Bundesliga champions to plan beyond this season.

Jackson off the mark! Striker hails Bayern ‘new start’ after Chelsea move

Nicolas Jackson opened his Bayern Munich account in style, scoring and assisting in a 5-1 Champions League win over Pafos. The Chelsea loanee called it a “new start” after a difficult spell on the sidelines and says he’s “slowly” getting back to his best. With Harry Kane continuing his prolific run, Bayern look unstoppable ahead of their Bundesliga clash with Eintracht Frankfurt.

Damning ‘not world class’ verdict on £50m Chelsea new boy Pedro

Chelsea have been told that £50 million ($68m) new boy Joao Pedro “isn’t a world-class striker” and offers little improvement on Nicolas Jackson.

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