The discussions, held alongside Rogers’ impending move, signal Villa’s aggressive reinvestment plans under Unai Emery ahead of another Champions League campaign.
Sources confirm Villa probed both attackers’ availability to revamp their forward line.
Injury and departures have already reshaped Villa’s summer: Amadou Onana is out for the season, while Youri Tielemans has joined Manchester United.
Midfield reinforcements are incoming—Johan Manzambi (Swiss youngster) is agreed, and talks continue for Wolves’ Joao Gomes and Bayern’s Joao Palhinha.
But with Rogers out, Emery wants firepower up top. Jackson, who flourished under Emery at Villarreal, is a prime target.
TEAMtalk understands negotiations will accelerate once Rogers’ move is official, with Villa confident of exploring a deal.
Garnacho also emerged during talks. The Argentine winger, long admired at Villa Park, is now available after Chelsea told his reps he’s not in Xabi Alonso’s long-term plans. Roma’s loan-to-buy offer for Garnacho has stalled as they prioritise West Ham’s Crysencio Summerville, opening the door for Villa.
Sources say Garnacho would welcome a move to Villa Park for regular football under Emery.
