Aston Villa 'ready' to launch move for 24-year-old Premier League striker

Aston Villa are gearing up for the start of the new 2025/26 Premier League season. They have the chance to bring in some new signings over the coming weeks. The Midlands outfit also have the opportunity to let some players head out the exit door as well if needed.

Unai Emery was appointed as their manager back in 2022. He has since done an impressive job at Villa Park. Prior to his move, he had spells with the likes of PSG, Arsenal and Villarreal, among others.

Aston Villa update regarding Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson

According to Football Insider, Aston Villa are ‘still in market’ for Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson and are ‘ready’ to reunite him with Emery. The pair worked together at Villarreal and have been heavily linked with a reunion. The forward is facing an uncertain future at Stamford Bridge.

Jackson, 24, joined the Blues back in 2023 to boost their attacking department. He has since made 81 appearances for the London club altogether and has fired 30 goals, 13 of which came last term. The attacker gives Enzo Maresca more competition and depth at the top end of the pitch. However, they may not be able to offer him regular minutes anymore.

Reporter Pete O’Rourke has said: “Unai Emery remains a big fan of Nicolas Jackson, so it’s no surprise that Villa are in the market for him. We know Villa need reinforcements in attack – they still haven’t really replaced Jhon Duran – and Jackson’s future’s is up in the air at Chelsea as well.

“If he does become available before the end of the window, there’s no doubt that Aston Villa will be one of those clubs ready to make a move for him, because Unai Emery is a huge fan of his.”

What now for Aston Villa?

Aston Villa were beaten 3-1 in a friendly by Hansa Rostock this weekend. Speaking afterwards, defender Pau Torres said: “It was a good game to get fit. We still have many young lads. They did an amazing season last season with the Under-21s and Under-18s. We are happy as well to have them in the team, in the squad, helping them to improve, and I think it’s good for the club that the young lads can play with us. Still work to do and achieve.”

He added: “It was good. Good stadium, good atmosphere. It was nice to come here, and all the best for the season for them. The stadium was full, many people were coming here today for the anniversary of the club. For us as well, it’s amazing to be here. The atmosphere was really nice. As well, we have our supporters here, and it was really good. Hopefully they get the results.”

Aston Villa are back in action on Sunday with an away trip to Eintracht Frankfurt. They then have upcoming clashes against St Louis City, Nashville, Roma, Marseille and Villarreal. First up in the league for Emery’s men is a tricky home clash against Newcastle United on 16th August.