Sky journalist Dharmesh Sheth has reported that AFC Bournemouth are edging closer towards signing Nicolas Jackson from Villareal, as his medical could potentially take place in the next 24 hours.
Recently, Tuttomercatoweb had claimed that Everton as well as Aston Villa boss Unai Emery were keen on securing the services of the 21-year-old.
However, it seems as if Nicolas Jackson has his heart set on joining Bournemouth, as a medical could well be initiated in the next 24 hours.
After only recently sealing the deal for now-former Lorient winger, Dango Ouattara, Gary O’Neil’s side could also wrap up the signing of another one of Europe’s most sparkling young widemen.
Sitting 18th in the Premier League table currently, the Cherries are doing all they can to ensure that they do not return to the Championship next season.
After Scott Parker was given the marching orders early into the season, the club seemed destined for relegation.
However, O’Neil’s appointment sparked somewhat of a revival alongside those within the transfer committee making astute, yet ambitious moves in the winter market.
Nicolas Jackson may be set for Bournemouth medical
As per a fresh update provided by Sky journalist Dharmesh Sheth, a medical could be scheduled for Nicolas Jackson at Bournemouth in the next 24 hours.
However, this will only take place after details such as the sell on percentage and structure of the deal are finalised, with representatives currently believed to be in Villareal.
However, it has been mentioned that the Premier League side are closing in on a deal to sign the Ghanaian wide forward, labeled as ‘exceptional’ by Michael Owen (via BT Sport) for £22.5 million.
While Southampton were also in talks to sign Jackson, their approaches failed to bear fruit as they have now moved on to other targets
Ultimately, Bournemouth fans will hope that all the details are finalised as soon as possible in order to kickstart the medical for Nicolas Jackson.
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