Expect the unexpected, that is what we have learned about Chelsea when it comes to transfer windows, especially since the change in ownership. Every one of them has been entertaining to say the least and while things had slowed down a bit in recent weeks, they are now picking up pace once again.
Of course, when it comes to transfer sagas, there are plenty of twists and turns. Usually, they play out over a long period of time. But the one involving Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Nicolas Jackson has been brief, yet eventful.
It had looked like Jackson was on his way to Bayern Munich on loan with an option to buy. But when Liam Delap got injured, Chelsea ended up calling him back and were no longer ready for a temporary switch. And while the move is now going to happen, this time around, an obligation has been agreed instead of an option.
As reported by Sky Sports, Bayern Munich have agreed a new £70.5m deal to sign Jackson on loan with an obligation to buy. They will pay Chelsea an increased loan fee of £14.25m, up from £13m, with an obligation to sign him for £56.25m.
Chelsea agree record-breaking deadline day transfer deal
Well, all things considered, this feels like a pretty good deal for Chelsea. Of course, when Marc Guiu was recalled from his loan at Sunderland, many had started wondering if the Jackson move was back on and it clearly was.
This is a record-breaking deadline day exit for Chelsea. It is also their second highest ever fee received, after Eden Hazard's move to Real Madrid.
For Bayern Munich, this is their second-biggest transfer ever, when the loan fee and obligation to buy are combined, only behind Harry Kane. And also, their record deadline day deal as well.