February 14th 2025.
According to recent reports, it seems Chelsea may be facing some interest from other clubs for their star striker Nicolas Jackson. Both Aston Villa and Newcastle United have shown interest in signing him. Jackson joined Chelsea in 2023 with a hefty price tag of £32m from Villarreal in La Liga. Since then, he has made 68 appearances and scored 26 goals for the club.
Despite his impressive numbers, Jackson has faced criticism for his finishing abilities. Even legends like Ian Wright and Frank Lampard have voiced their opinions on his performance in the final third. However, at the start of this season, Jackson seemed to have stepped up his game, scoring nine goals in 16 games and helping Chelsea rise as surprise contenders for the Premier League title.
Unfortunately, in the past two months, Jackson has gone on a dry spell, failing to score in the last eight games for Chelsea. This has also affected the team's overall performance, causing them to slip from second to fourth in the Premier League and getting knocked out of the FA Cup. To make matters worse, Jackson is currently injured with a hamstring injury, and his absence was greatly felt in the team's recent defeat to Brighton.
It's not just Chelsea's manager Enzo Maresca who admires Jackson's talents. It is reported that Aston Villa and Newcastle United are also monitoring his situation and are considering making a move for him in the summer. With Chelsea expected to sign a new striker, Jackson may face reduced playing time and potential discontent within the team.
Aston Villa, who recently sold Jhon Duran to Al-Nassr, has rejected offers for their other striker Ollie Watkins, including one from Arsenal. However, they are keeping their options open in case they receive any offers for Watkins in the future. Similarly, Newcastle United may also be facing interest in their striker Alexander Isak, who has been hailed as the best in the Premier League. Despite their reluctance to let go of Isak, they are already preparing for life without him if a big offer comes in.
Aside from Aston Villa and Newcastle, Atletico Madrid is also reportedly interested in signing Jackson. They have been keeping an eye on him since his time at Villarreal in La Liga. Chelsea's manager Maresca has acknowledged Jackson's importance to the team, especially after his absence in the FA Cup defeat to Brighton. He praised his pressing abilities and the threat he poses on the ball.
Unfortunately, Jackson's injury turned out to be more severe than expected, and he will be out for six to eight weeks. This means he will also miss the upcoming game against Brighton, with Christopher Nkunku likely to take his place up top. Chelsea will be looking for revenge against Brighton and hopefully, Jackson will return stronger and continue to be a vital player for the team.
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