{"id":19580,"date":"2025-08-08T04:38:13","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T08:38:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/08\/transfer-buzz-newcastle-and-bayern-join-chelsea-in-the-race-for-jackson\/"},"modified":"2025-08-08T04:38:13","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T08:38:13","slug":"transfer-buzz-newcastle-and-bayern-join-chelsea-in-the-race-for-jackson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/08\/transfer-buzz-newcastle-and-bayern-join-chelsea-in-the-race-for-jackson\/","title":{"rendered":"Transfer Buzz: Newcastle and Bayern Join Chelsea in the Race for Jackson!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/08\/transfer-buzz-newcastle-and-bayern-join-chelsea-in-the-race-for-jackson\/#Top_Headlines\" >Top Headlines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/08\/transfer-buzz-newcastle-and-bayern-join-chelsea-in-the-race-for-jackson\/#Rumored_Transfers\" >Rumored Transfers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/08\/transfer-buzz-newcastle-and-bayern-join-chelsea-in-the-race-for-jackson\/#Editors_Choices\" >Editor&#8217;s Choices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/08\/transfer-buzz-newcastle-and-bayern-join-chelsea-in-the-race-for-jackson\/#Confirmed_Transfers\" >Confirmed Transfers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/08\/transfer-buzz-newcastle-and-bayern-join-chelsea-in-the-race-for-jackson\/#Expert_Opinions\" >Expert Opinions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/08\/transfer-buzz-newcastle-and-bayern-join-chelsea-in-the-race-for-jackson\/#Additional_Rumors\" >Additional Rumors<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Chelsea striker <strong>Nicholas Jackson<\/strong> is attracting interest from Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, and Bayern Munich. Meanwhile, PSV Eindhoven and USMNT forward <strong>Ricardo Pepi<\/strong> is a contender to replace <strong>Benjamin Sesko<\/strong> at RB Leipzig. Stay tuned for the latest updates on transfers, rumors, and news from around the globe.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Transfer homepage | Completed deals | Men&#8217;s ratings | Women&#8217;s ratings<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Headlines\"><\/span>Top Headlines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&#8211; According to reports, Barcola prefers to stay at Liverpool with Keene and PSG.<br \/>&#8211; Manchester United has reached an agreement for Sesko at \u20ac85 million.<br \/>&#8211; Al Giral has consented to a \u20ac53 million rate for Darwin Nunez.<br \/>&#8211; Brighton is demanding \u20ac120 million for Beleba, and various clubs are showing interest.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"inline inline-photo full\">\n<figure>\n<picture><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a1.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0721%2Fr1484163_2_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=570&amp;format=jpg, https:\/\/a1.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0721%2Fr1484163_2_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=1140&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 376px)\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a1.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0721%2Fr1484163_2_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=375, https:\/\/a1.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0721%2Fr1484163_2_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=750&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(max-width: 375px)\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"lazyload\" data-image-container=\".inline-photo\" height=\"320\" width=\"570\"><\/source><\/source><\/picture><figcaption class=\"photoCaption\">Chelsea&#8217;s Nicholas Jackson may not fit into the current plans. <cite>Darren Walsh\/Getty Images<\/cite><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/aside>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rumored_Transfers\"><\/span>Rumored Transfers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&#8211; Tottenham Hotspur and Bayern Munich look set to pursue Chelsea&#8217;s <strong>Nicholas Jackson<\/strong>. The 24-year-old striker is expected to depart Stamford Bridge this summer, with a transfer fee likely around \u00a350 million. Fabrizio Romano indicates Jackson could be part of a potential exchange involving Brazilian international Richarlison, particularly if he decides to leave Tottenham. Sky Germany also mentions interests growing, especially after Newcastle opted against signing Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig. Bayern is also keen on Harry Kane and reports suggest that multiple Italian clubs have contacted Jackson.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; PSV&#8217;s <strong>Ricardo Pepi<\/strong> is emerging as a top candidate to replace Sesko at RB Leipzig, as revealed by Footmercato. The USMNT forward previously drew interest with Fulham bidding \u20ac30 million. Leipzig will likely need to increase their offer to sign Pepi, who netted 18 goals in 29 Eredivisie matches last season, and is viewed as a valuable asset by PSV. Other potential transfer targets include <strong>Malik Tillman<\/strong>, <strong>Johann Baiyoko<\/strong>, and <strong>Noah Lang<\/strong> since the window opened last month.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"inline editorial float-r\" data-behavior=\"article_related\">\n<h2 class=\"editorial-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Editors_Choices\"><\/span>Editor&#8217;s Choices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>2 Related<\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<p>&#8211; Arsenal is reportedly monitoring Atalanta winger <strong>Ademola Lookman<\/strong> as Crystal Palace\u2019s midfielder <strong>Back seat<\/strong> finds new prospects failing to materialize. The 27-year-old Lookman attracted significant attention from Inter Milan but saw two offers turned down, with Atalanta seeking \u20ac50 million. Now, Arsenal is prepared to step in, with both Napoli and Atletico Madrid watching the situation closely.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Chelsea might re-enter the contention to sign Crystal Palace defender <strong>Mark Gu\u00e9hi<\/strong>, especially given <strong>Levi Colwill<\/strong>\u2019s recent injury issues. According to The Daily Express, Gu\u00e9hi has been linked to Liverpool and is likely available for \u00a340 million as he enters the final year of his contract at Palace. There\u2019s potential for Chelsea to \u201crekindle\u201d their interest in the England international, who previously left Stamford Bridge in 2021.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Liverpool has its eyes set on Palma defender <strong>Giovanni Leoni<\/strong>, as per Florian Plettenberg. The highly-rated 18-year-old is being sought after, particularly after red center market signing <strong>Jarrell Quansa<\/strong> moved to Bayer Leverkusen earlier this summer. Leoni could be a less expensive option than Gu\u00e9hi, who Liverpool is also monitoring.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Confirmed_Transfers\"><\/span>Confirmed Transfers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><em>To follow&#8230;<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expert_Opinions\"><\/span>Expert Opinions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div data-behavior=\"video_scroll\" class=\"contentItem__content contentItem__content--media-card contentItem__content--fullWidth contentItem__content--inline\">\n<figure data-video=\"watch,640,360,45922538\" data-cerebro-id=\"68952aaff8047a101332cae1\" data-title=\"Could Manchester United pull off a deal for Carlos Baleba?\" class=\"media-wrapper_image video\" data-source=\"espn\">\n<picture><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0807%2Fdm_250807_Could_Manchester_United_pull_off_a_deal_for_Carlos_Baleba%2Fdm_250807_Could_Manchester_United_pull_off_a_deal_for_Carlos_Baleba.jpg&amp;w=640&amp;h=360&amp;cquality=80&amp;format=jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 376px)\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0807%2Fdm_250807_Could_Manchester_United_pull_off_a_deal_for_Carlos_Baleba%2Fdm_250807_Could_Manchester_United_pull_off_a_deal_for_Carlos_Baleba.jpg&amp;w=335&amp;cquality=80, https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0807%2Fdm_250807_Could_Manchester_United_pull_off_a_deal_for_Carlos_Baleba%2Fdm_250807_Could_Manchester_United_pull_off_a_deal_for_Carlos_Baleba.jpg&amp;w=670&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(max-width: 375px)\"><img class=\"lazyload\"><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<span class=\"video-play-button\" data-id=\"45922538\">play<\/span><figcaption class=\"media-caption\">\n<p>1:59<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"contentItem__contentWrapper\">\n<p>Can Manchester United secure a deal for Carlos Baleba?<\/p>\n<p class=\"contentItem__subhead\">Rob Dawson shares insights on Manchester United&#8217;s efforts to generate the necessary funds to finalize a deal for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Rumors\"><\/span>Additional Rumors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&#8211; Newcastle United&#8217;s long-term interest in Liverpool&#8217;s <strong>Alexander Isaac<\/strong> is expected to be &#8220;cleared up&#8221; soon. (Sacha Tavolieri)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Newcastle is keen on Wolverhampton Wanderers striker <strong>J\u00f8rgen Strand Larsen<\/strong>, who ranks high on the club&#8217;s striker wish list. (Daily Mail)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Roma aims to loan Manchester City&#8217;s forward <strong>Claudio Echeverri<\/strong>, though City prefers sending him to Girona. (Calciomercato)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Real Madrid has rewarded <strong>Gonzalo Garcia<\/strong> with a new contract after his stellar performances in the FIFA Club World Cup. Garcia&#8217;s existing deal, set to expire in June 2027, is expected to be extended by another three years, including a staggering \u20ac1 billion release clause. (AS)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Como is advancing towards signing <strong>\u00c1lvaro Morata<\/strong> from AC Milan. The 32-year-old striker is currently on loan at Galatasaray until January 2026, but Como is willing to pay \u20ac5 million in compensation. (ANSA)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Teams like Leeds United, West Ham United, Monaco, and Bologna have shown interest in Liverpool&#8217;s <strong>Ben Doak<\/strong>. The 19-year-old winger was previously a target for Ipswich Town and Crystal Palace. (Sky Sports News)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Discussions are underway between Fulham and Atalanta regarding the forward <strong>Rodrigo Muniz<\/strong>, whose contract may extend until 2029. (Nicolo Shira)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Brentford&#8217;s forward <strong>Yoane Wissa<\/strong> is being eyed by Newcastle and Tottenham, but Saudi club Al Nassr is reportedly making a move to acquire him. (L&#8217;Equipe)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Bournemouth defender <strong>Illia Zabarnyi<\/strong> is nearing a \u20ac63 million transfer to Paris Saint-Germain. (TalkSport)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Everton&#8217;s \u00a318 million offer for Aston Villa midfielder <strong>John McGinn<\/strong> has been rejected, and Newcastle remains interested. (Sky Sports News)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Bristol City has signed Welsh international midfielder <strong>Sophie Ingle<\/strong> following her departure from Chelsea. (Guardian)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Left back <strong>Roman Imperade<\/strong> is set to join Real Betis from Lille; only final deal details remain. (Footmercato)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; West Ham United has reached an \u00a318 million agreement to sign goalkeeper <strong>Mads Hermansen<\/strong> from Leicester City, with personal terms already settled. (Ben Jacobs)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Bournemouth is considering Bayer Leverkusen&#8217;s <strong>Amin Sarr<\/strong> for their winger position. (Sky Sports News)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Mallorca has made a loan bid for Leeds United&#8217;s forward <strong>Mateo Joseph<\/strong>. (Sky Sports News)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; CF Montreal goalkeeper <strong>Jonathan Sirois<\/strong> is attracting interest from Southampton and Cardiff City. The 24-year-old is expected to relocate this summer. (TeamTalk)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Young right back <strong>Zaccary Athekame<\/strong> is on AC Milan&#8217;s radar with a transfer fee of just under \u20ac10 million. (Fabrizio Romano)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Fan Take:<\/strong><br \/>\nThis transfer news is crucial for soccer fans as it highlights potential shifts that could reshape team dynamics, especially with high-profile players on the move. With clubs like Chelsea and Manchester United eyeing significant transfers, fans should stay alert to see how these changes will impact the league and overall play.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chelsea striker Nicholas Jackson is attracting interest from Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, and Bayern Munich. Meanwhile, PSV Eindhoven and USMNT forward Ricardo Pepi is a contender to replace Benjamin Sesko at RB Leipzig. Stay tuned for the latest updates on transfers, rumors, and news from around the globe. 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