REPORT: Chelsea chasing Premier League striker to rival Nicolas Jackson

Chelsea are looking at centre-forward options to tussle with Nicolas Jackson for the No. 9 position next season. 

Jackson had a commendable debut season with the Blues, scoring 14 Premier League goals to end as the side’s second top scorer in 2023-24. 

The forward notched double figures despite continued criticism of his overall level and consistency in year one at Stamford Bridge, and the West London club are considering their options in the transfer market. 

According to several reports from England, Aston Villa man Jhon Duran is one of the discussed names at Stamford Bridge. 

The 20-year-old Colombian netted five Premier League goals in 23 appearances for Villa, albeit from three starts, and his age fits the Chelsea model of signing young players with a perceived high upside. 

The Aston Villa striker is with the Colombia squad for the imminent Copa America to be held in the United States. Duran featured in his nation’s recent 5-1 friendly success against the USMNT.