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  "publishedAt": "2026-05-29T17:27:02.000Z",
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  "textContent": "\n\n\nChelsea loanee Nicolas Jackson is set to return to Stamford Bridge this summer, with the Blues planning to give incoming boss Xabi Alonso the opportunity to evaluate the forward ahead of the new campaign.\n\nThe 24-year-old's temporary switch to Bayern Munich last September stemmed mainly from a fractured working relationship with then-manager Enzo Maresca.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nClub sources have told the Daily Mail the Senegalese striker remains a valued asset.\n\nFollowing Maresca's departure from west London, the door has reopened for Jackson to feature under Alonso's leadership.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nTRENDING\n\nStories\n\nVideos\n\nYour Say\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nHis long-term future at the club remains uncertain, with no guarantees about his role going forward.\n\nSeveral Premier League sides and clubs from overseas have already made enquiries about the Senegal international's availability.\n\nShould an appealing bid materialise, Chelsea would not rule out parting ways with the striker.\n\nHowever, the current strategy is to give Jackson a chance to make an impression on Alonso, who officially takes charge on July 1.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n### LATEST SPORTS NEWS\n\n\n\n\n  * Jose Mourinho appointed as new Real Madrid manager on three-year deal\n  * EFL club set to sign Kieran Trippier after Newcastle exit\n  * Pep Guardiola 'tells friends his dream next job' after Man City departure\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nThe new manager will need to assess the forward from a distance initially, as Jackson will be on international duty at the World Cup, which kicks off on June 11.\n\nSources suggest the player would welcome remaining at Chelsea, provided he receives adequate game time.\n\nThe Blues currently have four strikers on their books: Jackson, Joao Pedro, Liam Delap and Emmanuel Emegha.\n\nGiven that Chelsea will not be in European competition, four strikes will be too many for them next season.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nAlonso and the club's sporting leadership will jointly determine the fate of Jackson and the other forwards.\n\nOne factor working in Jackson's favour is his ability to operate on the wing, unlike Delap, who functions solely as a central striker.\n\nDuring his Bavarian stint, Jackson netted 11 times across 34 appearances in all competitions.\n\nBayern paid £14.3million for the loan arrangement, with a permanent option set at £56.2million.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nChelsea acquired Jackson from Villarreal for £32million in 2023, and his contract runs until 2033.\n\nThe Blues' striking options have had very contrasting seasons, with Pedro impressing throughout, scoring 15 goals in his first season with Chelsea in the Premier League.\n\nDelap struggled to find his form, only scoring one goal against Fulham in the league and once in the Champions League.\n\nThe return of Jackson could shake things up in the Blues' frontline should he impress Alonso.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n**Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter**",
  "title": "Chelsea loanee set for huge return after being ousted from side"
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