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Richard Hughes and Arne Slot have been busy men this summer(Image: Andrew Powell, Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

Liverpool's sporting director Richard Hughes previously attempted to sign Nicolas Jackson during his tenure at Bournemouth.

Although that deal fell through, the Chelsea forward might be on the move once more.

The 24-year-old has netted 31 goals in 80 matches across all competitions.



Among those reportedly interested are Manchester United, who've allegedly reached out to his agents to explore a potential transfer.

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Sky Sports reports that Liverpool's £79m deal with Eintracht Frankfurt for Hugo Ekitike has set the standard for the fee Chelsea are asking for Jackson.

The Blues' valuation is based on Jackson's superior goal contributions over the past two seasons in a league they believe to be tougher than the Bundesliga.

Joao Pedro's arrival at Chelsea could force Nicolas Jackson to leave(Image: Chris Brunskill/Getty Images)

Jackson has accumulated 34 goal contributions in the last two Premier League seasons, five more than Ekitike's 29 during his entire stint at Frankfurt.

While the Frenchman is poised to become Liverpool's new forward, Jackson was once a prime target for Hughes during his tenure as Bournemouth's sporting director.

During his spell at Villarreal, he attracted Hughes' attention.

Facing a relegation battle, the club chose not to wait for Jackson's recovery, fearing they might lose their Premier League status.

That didn't transpire, but the following summer saw Hughes miss out, and Jackson made his way to west London instead.
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