Nicolas Jackson: Latest Newcastle United target to face awkward reunion with Sven Botman
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Credit: Imago / TNT Sports Wed 29 April 2026 15:00, UK Nicolas Jackson to Newcastle United transfer rumours are unlikely to excite everyone at St James’ Park ahead of the summer window.With no space at Chelsea, the centre-forward has spent the 2025-26 campaign on loan at Bayern Munich, and despite notching 10 goals and three assists, he has played back-up to England’s Harry Kane.It does not appear that a full return to Stamford Bridge will be on the cards for the 24-year-old, with Joao Pedro impressing and Emanuel Emegha set to join, and clubs are taking note of his current situation.Newcastle have joined the race for Jackson’s signature, with the striker position a huge concern for Eddie Howe, but not everyone at the club will be pushing for him to join this summer. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom. VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUBNicolas Jackson has a painful history with Sven BotmanThose at St James’ Park will certainly remember the clash between Chelsea’s loanee and Sven Botman back in May 2025, a game that the Magpies won 2-0, thanks to Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes.
MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Just 35 minutes into proceedings, and the Blues’ No.15 had already been given his marching orders after a VAR review, with his yellow card being upgraded for an elbow on Newcastle’s centre-back.It was one of the more blatant sending-offs during the 2024-25 campaign, and it was only five matches later when he was shown red again, this time for a reckless challenge in the Club World Cup.SeasonSuspensionGames missed2025-26Red card22024-25Red card22024-25Red card32023-24Yellow card1Football Insider understands that Newcastle are weighing up a move for Jackson, especially given his pricey transfer fee, with the Blues holding out for £56million. Newcastle United have serious striker issues to solveWhile it is not clear whether the Magpies will splash all of that cash on the 24-year-old, what is blatantly obvious is that Howe requires at least one new striker ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.Nick Woltemade has at least shown sparks of his VfB Stuttgart days, and that’s the least supporters are expecting after the club spent almost £70million on his services last summer.On the other hand, Newcastle already want to sell Yoane Wissa.
The 29-year-old has struggled with injuries for most of the season, and when he has featured, he’s looked a shadow of his former self.The majority of supporters will be certain that Jackson is not the right move, though, especially not for such an eye-watering fee. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Newcastle Insider Access Get the full story from St James’ Park and Darsley Park with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Tyneside.