Bayern Munich Denies Permanent Nicolas Jackson Signing Despite Loan Obligation

Bayern Munich's honorary president Uli Hoeness has revealed that the club's loan deal for Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea involves a €16.5 million loan fee, but with €3 million contributed by Jackson and his agent, Bayern's actual cost is around €13.5 million. Hoeness has firmly stated that the loan includes a conditional obligation to buy Jackson permanently only if he starts 40 games in the season, a milestone he doubts Jackson will reach, effectively indicating Bayern may not sign him permanently. Jackson is expected to serve mainly as backup to Bayern's main striker, Harry Kane, and provide attacking depth rather than being a guaranteed starter. Despite criticism of the deal's cost and Jackson's struggles at Chelsea, Bayern view the signing as a strategic addition for the 2025/26 campaign. Hoeness also expressed confidence in Bayern's overall transfer window, suggesting the club made prudent decisions amid rising transfer fees and that their squad remains strong. Jackson's future at Bayern remains uncertain, but he is set to make his debut after the international break and could face Chelsea in the Champions League soon.