The Blues, who have already reshaped their squad with eight new arrivals and 15 departures this summer, remain active in the transfer market right up to the deadline. Jackson, the former Villarreal forward, appears poised to depart Stamford Bridge, but the deal hinges on dominoes falling elsewhere.

Reports from Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg indicated that Jackson and Bayern have reached a full agreement on personal terms for the loan, with the German champions set to cover his entire salary. Plettenberg posted on X: "Nicolas #Jackson is set for a loan move to FC Bayern! Advanced negotiations with Chelsea. Bayern will cover the full salary. Jackson and Bayern are now 100% in agreement, but some details still need to be clarified. Max Eberl working on it. #CFC."

Recent updates confirm that talks between Chelsea and Bayern are advancing, though final details linger, with Bayern's sporting director Max Eberl personally pushing the move.

Eberl has praised Jackson's profile, saying earlier this week: "If we can find a player who is physically ready, who scores goals, has assists, and who already has experience, we would be happy to loan that player." When pressed on whether Jackson fits, he added: "When I read his CV, he can do it."

However, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Chelsea are waiting on Isak's potential switch to Liverpool before greenlighting Jackson's exit. Romano noted via The Metro that the Blues fear Newcastle or Liverpool could pivot to Jackson if Isak stays put. The Daily Telegraph's Matt Law echoed this, writing: "Chelsea are reluctant to finalise Nicolas Jackson’s move away from the club before Alexander Isak’s future becomes clear in case Newcastle United or Liverpool are forced to make a late move for the striker."

Fresh developments show Chelsea have frozen negotiations not just with Bayern but also with Newcastle over Jackson, after Liverpool inquired about his availability amid the ongoing Isak saga.

Isak, currently exiled and training alone at Newcastle, has rejected overtures from club officials to reintegrate, with sources insisting he wants out.

Liverpool have not abandoned their pursuit, maintaining daily contact with Isak's camp and preparing a second bid loaded with add-ons, though Newcastle demand a staggering 150 million pounds.

Anfield insiders remain hopeful, but the clock is ticking as Newcastle chase replacement strikers to unlock any deal.

Meanwhile, Chelsea have shifted gears in midfield, cooling interest in RB Leipzig's Xavi Simons to prioritize Barcelona's Fermin Lopez. Spanish outlet Fichajes reported that the Blues have raised their offer from 58 million euros to 65 million euros, prepared to pay in full without variables to bolster Barcelona's finances.

The publication added that Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has personally assured the Andalusian that he would be a key figure from day one, with a salary nearly triple his current six million euros gross at Barca, potentially rising to 15 million euros in London.

Lopez, initially reluctant to leave his boyhood club, has now warmed to the idea, canceling a scheduled event amid the buzz.

Barcelona have set an asking price of 70 million euros, but Chelsea have issued an ultimatum for a decision by tomorrow, expecting a response soon.

Maresca has conveyed directly to Lopez his vision for a leading role, making this the absolute priority for Chelsea as the window winds down.

As deadline day looms, these interconnected moves could reshape attacking lines across Europe. Bayern crave Jackson to bolster their front line alongside Harry Kane, while Chelsea eye Lopez to add creativity and depth.

For fans, it's a classic summer saga of patience, strategy, and last-gasp twists, proving once again why transfer windows keep us glued to every rumour.

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