player-image

NicolasJackson

Nicolas Jackson news

Latest news

Nicolas Jackson, Senegal, December 2025

Jackson backed for AFCON Golden Boot after Senegal brace

Senegal forward Nicolas Jackson is being backed to win the Golden Boot award at AFCON 2025 after kicking off his campaign with a brace in a 3-0 win over Botswana in Group D on Tuesday. The Chelsea forward, who is currently on loan at Bayern Munich, was the star of the show as the Lions of Teranga made a victorious start to the tournament in Morocco.

FC Bayern München v Chelsea FC - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

Kane sends out message after Diaz and Jackson secure Bayern win

Harry Kane hailed Bayern Munich’s fighting spirit after his side secured a last-gasp 3-1 victory over St. Pauli in the Bundesliga on Saturday afternoon. Vincent Kompany's league leaders bounced back from their Champions League defeat against Arsenal in midweek thanks to late goals from forwards Luis Diaz and Nicolas Jackson at the Allianz Arena.

Bayern St Pauli

Diaz and Jackson leave it late to snatch last-gasp Bayern win

Stoppage-time goals from Luis Diaz and Nicolas Jackson helped secure Bayern Munich a 3-1 comeback win against a dogged St. Pauli side. Andreas Hountondji stunned the home fans into silence with a well-taken strike early on before Raphael Guerreiro restored parity just before the break. It looked like Vincent Kompany's side would have to settle for a point but Diaz and Jackson had other ideas.

FC Bayern München v Borussia Dortmund - Bundesliga

Chelsea return likely as Jackson fails to impress at Bayern

Nicolas Jackson will return to Stamford Bridge at the end of his loan spell at Bayern Munich, as it is impossible for the Chelsea striker to reach the requisite number of appearances to trigger the obligation to buy clause in his deal. The 24-year-old joined the German champions this summer on a year-long loan, after forcing his way out of the west London club.

Nicolas Jackson

Bayern eye young striker as Jackson alternative

German giants Bayern Munich are eyeing Midtjylland striker Franculino Dju for a summer move. The Bundesliga champions see Dju as a potential replacement for Nicolas Jackson, who is currently on loan at the club but is not expected to be signed permanently. Bayern are also monitoring Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic, who is set to become a free agent with his contract expiring this summer.

Nicolas Jackson

No Jackson deal? Bayern line up Juventus option

Nicolas Jackson’s time at Bayern Munich could be short-lived, as the German side are currently not planning to trigger the €65 million (£54m/$71m) purchase option in his loan deal. The Senegalese forward, who joined the Bundesliga giants from Chelsea on transfer deadline day, has struggled to earn regular minutes in Munich, with Harry Kane thriving up front.

Bayern Leverkusen

No Kane, no problem! First Jackson goal as Bayern cruise

Bayern Munich continued their record-breaking start to the season as the Bundesliga leaders swept aside Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 at the Allianz Arena to secure a 15th straight victory of the new season. With Harry Kane named amongst the substitutes, Nicolas Jackson stepped up to score his first Bundesliga goal. Serge Gnabry also scored for Vincent Kompany's side, while Loic Bade put through his own net to secure the result before half-time.

Nicolas Jackson

Kompany gives 'objective' defence of 'outstanding' Jackson

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has defended Nicolas Jackson against criticism, calling his impact "outstanding" despite his wait for a first Bundesliga goal. The Bayern boss insists the Chelsea loanee is "where he needs to be" and has interpreted his tactical role perfectly, even as club legend Lothar Matthaus claims he looks "out of place."

Eintracht Frankfurt v FC Bayern München - Bundesliga

Bayern icon warns Jackson looks ‘out of place’ with Kane and Olise

Legendary former Bayern Munich midfielder Lothar Matthaus is concerned about Nicolas Jackson's playing time at Bayern Munich, claiming that the Chelsea loanee looks "out of place" alongside bigger names such as Harry Kane and Michael Olise. The Senegalese international has scored just twice in 10 games and has been struggling to make an impact at the Allianz Arena.

FC Bayern München v Chelsea FC - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

New role for Kane? Bayern star opens up on Jackson relationship

Harry Kane opened up on his relationship with Nicolas Jackson after Bayern Munich's Champions League rout of Pafos. The Bavarians unleashed a merciless storm in Cyprus, tearing apart Pafos with a crushing 5-1 continental triumph. Kane bagged a brace, Raphael Guerreiro and Michael Olise also chipped in, and Jackson grabbed his first goal since arriving from Chelsea in the summer window.

FC Bayern München v Chelsea FC - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

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.

Nicolas Jackson

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.

FC Bayern München v Hamburger SV - Bundesliga

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).

Frequently asked questions

Phil Foden usually plays as a right winger for Manchester City, using his stronger left foot to cut in and create scoring opportunities. Thanks to his versatility, he has also been deployed on the left of a front three, or in a more centrally influential role as the #10.

Phil Foden was born in Stockport in Greater Manchester region, England.

Ever since making his debut for Man City, Phil Foden has sported the No. 47 jersey, which he wears in honour of his late grandfather, Ronnie, who died at the age of 47.

Phil Foden stands at 1.71m (5ft 7in), making him one of the shortest players in the Man City setup. Although he doesn't possess the extra strength, he is blessed with nimble footwork, with his low centre of gravity aiding him in drifting past opponents with ease.

Phil Foden weighs 70kg (154 lbs), with his low weight and diminuitive physique allowing him to skilfully dribble past players and function in half spaces.

Phil Foden joined the Manchester City academy in 2009 and broke into the first team in the 2017-18 season.

Phil Foden has three children with long-term partner Rebecca Cooke - two sons and a daughter.

While Phil Foden isn't married yet, he has been in a long-term relationship with girlfriend Rebecca Cooke, with the couple welcoming their third child during Euro 2024.