Aston Villa sign Nicolas Jackson as Ollie Watkins nears Al-Hilal move
What's next: Jackson could debut against Arsenal on Monday after Villa agreed a deal worth up to £65 million.
Aston Villa completed the signing of striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea in a deal that could reach £65 million, moving quickly to reshape their attack as Ollie Watkins closes in on a £50 million switch to Al-Hilal. Jackson, 25, is set to reunite with manager Unai Emery, who previously coached him at Villarreal, and could make his debut at home to Arsenal on Monday. The move follows a turbulent start to Villa's season, including a 4-0 loss at Brighton when Emery's side started without a recognized center-forward. Watkins, who scored 108 goals in 278 games for Villa, is nearing the end of a six-year spell after turning down a new contract.