Chelsea Manager Enzo Maresca broke down in tears as another Key Chelsea player Who was supposed to be the main man For Chelsea Squad goes off injured during World cup qualifiers gam
Chelsea’s young forward Nicolas Jackson sustained an unfortunate ankle injury while representing Senegal on the international stage. The incident occurred during Senegal’s recent match against DR Congo in a World Cup qualifier, leading to Jackson being substituted during the dying moments of the game. Despite initial hopes for his participation in Senegal’s upcoming qualifier against Mauritania, the medical team confirmed Jackson’s withdrawal from the squad due to the severity of his right ankle sprain, as revealed by an MRI scan.
Following this setback, Jackson will undergo a period of rest before commencing his pre-season training with Chelsea in July. Meanwhile, Chelsea’s pre-season itinerary for 2024 includes a series of high-profile matches in the United States, starting with a fixture against Wrexham in California on July 24. Subsequent matches against Celtic, Club America, Manchester City, and Real Madrid are also on the agenda.
Jackson, who concluded his debut season at Chelsea with an impressive tally of 17 goals across all competitions, has garnered both praise and criticism for his performances. Despite occasional inconsistency, he has received recognition for his contributions to Chelsea’s campaigns in the Premier League. Gary Neville, speaking on Sky Sports’ The Gary Neville Podcast, expressed his admiration for Jackson’s potential, acknowledging his goal-scoring prowess and suggesting that while he may not be the primary striker, he offers valuable depth to the squad. Neville also highlighted the need for Chelsea to potentially seek a more consistent finisher to bolster their attacking options.
