Jackson to Bayern on season-long loan with potential permanent move

Nicolas Jackson appears set to end his time at Chelsea after joining Bayern Munich on a seasonlong loan, with both clubs and the player preparing for a likely permanent move next summer, according to multiple reports. The 24 year old Senegal international completed his switch to the Bundesliga in late August and has since made three appearances for Bayern, including a first start in a 4-1 win over Hoffenheim on Saturday in which he was substituted around the hour mark.

The loan deal was reported to include a sizeable fee and a complex buy clause valued at about 65 million euros. Accounts differ over the precise trigger for an obligatory purchase. Some reports say the obligation will be activated if Jackson starts 40 games, while others state he must play more than 45 minutes in 40 matches. Bayern are also said to hold an option to sign him for the same sum regardless of appearances. German outlets have additionally reported that Jackson has reached agreement on personal terms for a five year contract at Bayern, though Bayern have not yet opened formal negotiations with Chelsea.

Bayern sporting director Max Eberl said after the Hoffenheim match that the striker needs time to...