Chelsea Exploring £58m Striker Signing to Complement Jackson

Chelsea are reportedly showing interest in Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic as they look to bolster their attacking options. The Serbian forward, valued at around £58 million, could provide a different dimension to Chelsea’s frontline alongside current striker Nicolas Jackson.

Since Diego Costa’s departure, Chelsea have struggled to find a consistent goalscorer despite significant spending on forwards. While Frank Lampard remains the club’s all-time top scorer from midfield, the team has lacked a dominant presence up front in recent years.

Nicolas Jackson joined Chelsea in 2023 for £32 million and has shown promise, scoring 26 goals in 60 appearances so far. However, at 6’3″, Vlahovic would offer more aerial ability and physical presence in the box compared to Jackson.

Comparing their stats per 90 minutes this season:

• Goals: Vlahovic 0.57, Jackson 0.69
• Assists: Vlahovic 0.16, Jackson 0.23
• Expected Goals: Vlahovic 0.68, Jackson 0.65
• Shots: Vlahovic 3.59, Jackson 3.13
• Aerial Duels Won: Vlahovic 1.33, Jackson 0.61

While Jackson excels in progressive carries and creating chances, Vlahovic provides more of a target man profile. Signing the Juventus striker could give Chelsea’s manager more tactical flexibility and attacking options over the course of a season.

With Arsenal also reportedly interested, Chelsea appear to be exploring the possibility of adding Vlahovic’s skillset to complement their current attacking setup. The combination of Jackson’s movement and creativity with Vlahovic’s physical presence could potentially take Chelsea’s attack to the next level.