# Aston Villa completes Nicolas Jackson and Ibrahim Mbaye sign > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chelsea-striker-nicolas-jackson-transfer-saga > Updated: 2026-08-31T13:05:17.000Z. Sources: 95. Developments: 11. Aston Villa has officially completed the permanent signing of Senegalese striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea in a club-record deal. The transfer involves an initial fee of approximately £47.5 million (€55 million), with potential add-ons that could increase the total value to £65 million (€76 million). Jackson, 25, has signed a five-year contract running until 2031, reuniting him with manager Unai Emery. His arrival follows a successful loan spell at Bayern Munich and facilitates the departure of Ollie Watkins, who is nearing a transfer to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal for an estimated €58.4 million plus add-ons. To overhaul the attacking lineup following Europa League success, Villa has also secured 18-year-old Senegalese forward Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain. The deal for Mbaye is estimated at €55 million, including bonuses. A product of the PSG academy, Mbaye has won eight trophies, including two UEFA Champions League titles, and holds the distinction of being the youngest African player to score in a World Cup. He has signed a five-year contract with an option for an additional year. This transition occurs amidst broader squad turnover, which has seen the departures of Morgan Rogers, Ezri Konsa, Youri Tielemans, and Emiliano Martinez. In addition to Mbaye and Jackson, the club has also brought in Alejandro Garnacho. Meanwhile, Chelsea has reportedly pursued Emiliano Martinez for approximately €8.75 million. ## Claims - Aston Villa has signed striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea on a permanent transfer. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Jackson previously played under Unai Emery at Villarreal. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The transfer fee for Jackson includes an initial payment with add-ons that can bring the total to approximately £65 million or €76 million. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Nicolas Jackson is intended to replace Ollie Watkins in the Aston Villa attack. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Jackson spent the previous season on loan at Bayern Munich, where he scored 11 goals. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Ollie Watkins is transferring to the Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal for a fee of approximately €58.4 million plus add-ons. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: Aston Villa signs Ibrahim Mbaye from PSG for €55m Aston Villa has signed 18-year-old Senegalese forward Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain in a deal worth approximately €55 million. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aston-villa-signs-ibrahim-mbaye-and-nicolas-jackson ### 2026-08-28: Aston Villa sign Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea in record deal Aston Villa has signed striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea in a club-record deal worth up to £65 million to replace Ollie Watkins. 30 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aston-villa-sign-nicolas-jackson-from-chelsea ### 2026-08-27: Aston Villa and Chelsea negotiate major player transfers Aston Villa and Chelsea are negotiating major transfers, including the potential moves of goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez to Chelsea and forward Nicolas Jackson to Aston Villa. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aston-villa-and-chelsea-negotiate-major-player-transfers ### 2026-08-26: Aston Villa agrees £65m deal for Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson Aston Villa has agreed a deal worth up to £65m to sign Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson, who is set to replace Ollie Watkins as the latter moves to Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal. 33 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aston-villa-enters-talks-with-chelsea-for-nicolas-jackson ### 2026-08-22: Napoli abandons pursuit of Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson Napoli has withdrawn interest in Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson after the London club refused a loan request, insisting on a permanent sale valued at around 70 million euros. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/napoli-abandons-pursuit-of-chelseas-nicolas-jackson ### 2026-08-21: Nicolas Jackson attracts interest from Aston Villa and Tottenham Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is attracting heavy interest from Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur, with Chelsea demanding a £65m fee for a permanent transfer. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aston-villa-lead-race-for-chelsea-forward-nicolas-jackson ### 2026-08-19: Nicolas Jackson targeted by Napoli, Atletico Madrid, and Aston Villa Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is attracting interest from Napoli, Atletico Madrid, and Aston Villa, with Chelsea seeking a valuation of around £65 million for the Senegalese forward. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nicolas-jackson-attracts-interest-from-napoli-and-aston-villa ### 2026-08-14: Nicolas Jackson linked with Aston Villa and Atletico Madrid transfers Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is linked with moves to Aston Villa and Atletico Madrid, though reports conflict on whether he will seek a transfer or fight for his place in London. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nicolas-jackson-linked-with-aston-villa-and-atletico-madrid-transfers ### 2026-08-11: Aston Villa pursues Nicolas Jackson and Jonathan David Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is targeting Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea and Jonathan David from Juventus to strengthen his squad, though high transfer costs and wage demands pose challenges. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aston-villa-pursues-nicolas-jackson-and-jonathan-david ### 2026-08-04: Tottenham and Chelsea weigh £65m move for striker Nicolas Jackson Chelsea list striker Nicolas Jackson for sale at about £65 m; Tottenham Hotspur show interest in the Senegal international. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-and-chelsea-weigh-65m-move-for-striker-nicolas-jackson ### 2026-07-24: Aston Villa pursues Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson in summer transfer Aston Villa are in advanced talks with Chelsea to buy striker Nicolas Jackson for about £60‑£65 million, amid squad changes and a reinforced transfer budget. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aston-villa-pursues-chelsea-striker-nicolas-jackson-in-summer-transfer --- Cite as: Aston Villa completes Nicolas Jackson and Ibrahim Mbaye sign. 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