Aston Villa close in on record-breaking Nicolas Jackson deal

Aston Villa are closing in on Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson. The move would smash Villa's transfer record, per talkSPORT. Jackson has been at Stamford Bridge since 2023. Villa are pushing to get a deal over the line as the window moves on. Talks are progressing and Villa believe they can land the striker. It would be a statement signing for Unai Emery's side as they look to strengthen up front. Chelsea could be set to lose one of their main attacking options.