Last week Bayern Munich Honorary President, Uli Hoeneß, revealed that the obligation to buy in Nicolas Jackson’s contract would only be activated if the Senegalese striker “plays 40 games from the start.” The statement from Hoeneß came as a relief after the deal received widespread criticism, especially for the massive obligation fee.
New details provided by Philipp Kessler, Hanna Raif and Vinzent Tschirpke have since emerged over the obligation in Jackson’s contract and it turns out Hoeneß wasn’t
one hundred percent correct (via @iMiaSanMia). It turns out Jackson’s appearances are not only linked to starting appearances but also every time he plays 45 minutes, not including added time.
While the new details, in all likelihood, won’t change the outcome, it is an important distinguishment. There is a higher chance of Jackson playing over 45 minutes 40 times rather than starting 40 games. Nonetheless, since added time isn’t included, this means he would have to be subbed in at or before half time, which is also unlikely.
While the verdict is still very much out on Jackson’s loan move to Bayern, the new details that have emerged certainly make the deal look a lot less like desperation and being taken advantage of by Chelsea.
Bayern Munich is in a very interesting part of its season, which is sandwiched between two international breaks. What should we expect? Will Vincent Kompany be able to manage it effectively? There is a lot to discuss.
Let’s jump into it all! Here is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:
- How equipped is Bayern Munich to deal with its next slate of matches? Rotation and youth integration are supposed to be keys for this season. Will Vincent Kompany be able to make it all work? How does this stretch compare to what lies ahead?
- A BPW Listener Q&A — Navigating through the nonsense on the internet and in social media; Who we would pick if we had to bring in another manager right now; Does Germany have any chance to win the World Cup — if not them, then who?
- The Entertainment Rundown is BACK! Let’s talk HBO’s new show, “Task”!
