AC Milan drop out in race for Chelsea striker

Chelsea forward Nicola Jackson has been tipped as one of the players that could leave the club this summer transfer window.

Jackson, who has failed to impress at Stamford Bridge has been linked with moves to several clubs in and outside the Premier League.

While no formal interest has been made, popular football expert, Fabrizio Romano, said that the Senegalese exit from Chelsea remains possible this summer.

However, of the clubs said to be interested in Jackson, Italian Serie A side AC Milan have reportedly dropped out in the race to the striker.

Romano reported that Jackson’s reported move to AC Milan is currently off as the Italian side feel the price tag on him is too high.

Recall that in June, Romano claimed the Blues valued Jackson at £50m, an amount which AC Milan are unwilling to pay for a player who is now a prolific goalscorer.

Aside from Milan, Chelsea’s direct rivals Man United are said to be interested in Jackson.

The Red Devils are struggling to get a deal done with Brentford for Bryan Mbeumo and could opt for Jackson.

Should Jackson end up staying at Chelsea, he would likely be playing from the bench.