Nicolas Jackson who joined Chelsea last year is having a very good time right now and is now praised by Enzo Maresca who took the managerial role at West London this summer.
Nicolas Jackson joined Chelsea last summer from Villarreal. He was often criticised for not staying clinical in front of the goal. But, the striker was still able to score 17 goals and pick pick 6 assists in 44 matches.
This season, Enzo Maresca has been able to transform the 23 year old into lethal striker. Jackson has started for Chelsea in all Premier League games this season. He has been able to get 8 direct goal involvements in 8 matches.
The Chelsea boss is very happy with the striker. He had some very good words about Jackson which suggest that the striker will stay at West London for a long term. Jackson has already signed a long term contract and is now paying off to the club with stellar performances.
Enzo Maresca is very happy with Nicolas Jackson
The Chelsea boss explained the importance of Jackson to his side. While speaking ahead of game against Newcastle United, he highlighted the top qualities of 23 year old striker.
“We know very well that he is important for us. On the ball he’s working fantastic. He’s scoring goals, he’s assisting, he’s linking with his teammates – off the ball he’s working hard and he’s pressing the way we want to press” – Mareca praising his number nine.
Maresca said that Jackson is doing fantastic with them which suggests that the striker may stay at West London for very long. All of the Maresca’s quotes are as per The Standard.
There are rumours about Chelsea signing another striker next year. This may force the Blues to part ways with anyone of their current forward. As of now, Jackson seems to have advantage over others to stay at Stamford Bridge as he is viewed as main striker by Chelsea boss.
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