Chelsea have spent a lot of money on their squad, but not every player has managed to convince the manager of their credentials. Nicolas Jackson, a striker for Chelsea, has had quite the rollercoaster of a season in front of goal. He hasn’t exactly been winning over the fans lately, that’s for sure. In fact, things took a turn for the worse when Jackson was sent off for elbowing Sven Botman in the face during a game against Newcastle United in the Premier League on Sunday. This means Chelsea are now left without a recognized striker for their last two games of the season.
Enzo Maresca, the manager, was not too pleased with Jackson’s behavior and even refused to acknowledge him as he left the field following the incident. It seems like Maresca might have some serious doubts about Jackson’s capabilities as a striker for the team. Journalist Simon Phillips has reported that Maresca doesn’t believe Jackson is the one to lead Chelsea into the Champions League and take them to new heights. It’s a tough pill to swallow for Jackson, who hasn’t even had the chance to play in the Champions League yet due to his inconsistent performances and reckless behavior on the field.
The future for Jackson at Chelsea seems uncertain, with talks of a potential sale in the summer. However, it might be a bit premature to write him off completely. Chelsea is reportedly looking to bring in a world-class striker to support Jackson and help him improve his game at the top end of the pitch. The pressure is on for Jackson to prove himself and show that he has what it takes to be a key player for Chelsea in the future. Only time will tell if he can rise to the occasion and silence his critics.
