Newcastle plot summer move for Chelsea outcast Nicolas Jackson

Newcastle plot summer move for Chelsea outcast Nicolas Jackson

Newcastle United have emerged as surprising contenders to sign Chelsea outcast Nicolas Jackson.

According to talkSPORT, the Magpies have identified the 24-year-old striker as a potential summer target and could make their move once his loan spell at Bayern Munich ends.

Newcastle have already started making plans for the summer transfer window after watching their 2025/26 Premier League campaign go completely off the rails.

Eddie Howe’s side are a far cry from the side that finished fifth and qualified for the Champions League last season.

Newcastle are much closer to the relegation zone than they are to the top five this term.

While they’re more or less guaranteed Premier League safety, the capitulation has left the Newcastle faithful calling for a change in the dugout.

However, the club hierarchy have decided to stick with Howe and have even made him a crucial part of their summer shopping plans.

Newcastle are in the market for more striking options despite having and .