AC Milan are making moves in the summer transfer market, and it looks like they have their eyes set on a Premier League talent. The Rossoneri have reportedly opened talks with the representatives of Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson, signaling their intent to bolster their attacking options ahead of the next season.
According to reports from TMW, the Serie A giants have been in contact with the Senegalese striker's entourage in recent weeks. Jackson, who is currently on loan at Bayern Munich, has been in solid form this campaign, netting 10 goals in 30 appearances across all competitions for the Bundesliga champions. It's a respectable tally for a player still finding his feet at the top level.
Bayern Munich have already paid €15 million as part of the loan agreement and hold a €65 million buyout clause that could be activated at the end of the season. However, whispers from Germany suggest the Bavarian side are unlikely to pull the trigger on that option, leaving the door open for other suitors.
Back at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea are not looking to retain the 24-year-old beyond this season. The Blues are reportedly willing to let him go on a permanent basis for a fee in the region of €60 million. That's a significant sum, but Milan are confident they can match it through a combination of player exchanges, performance bonuses, and a sizeable upfront transfer fee.
For a club like Milan, adding a young, pacey forward with Premier League and Champions League experience could be a smart piece of business. As the summer window heats up, this is one story that will be worth keeping an eye on.
