What's the likelihood Jackson returns to Chelsea?

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We've had a few questions around the chances of 24-year-old Nicolas Jackson's return to Stamford Bridge via our Ask about Chelsea form.

Bayern Munich have said they are unlikely to sign Jackson on a permanent basis after his loan spell. That means the Senegal international will, at least initially, return to Chelsea.

From there, he could be offered a place in the new manager's squad, sent out on loan again or sold.

Assessing which option is most likely is difficult without knowing who the head coach will be and what their plans are.

It is well known that Bournemouth nearly signed Jackson six months before Chelsea, a move that would have seen him play under managerial target Andoni Iraola.

However, during his previous spell at Chelsea, Jackson's personality caused friction with former head coach Enzo Maresca and members of the club hierarchy, who remain in place.

Chelsea also still have striker on their books, teenage forward and established starting option , while striker is set to join in the summer.