Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is considering a move away from the club following the departure of Mauricio Pochettino.
The Senegalese international moved to Stamford Bridge for £32 million last summer but has struggled to make the desired impression in the months following his transfer.
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Jackson scored a memorable hat-trick in Chelsea’s 4-1 win over Tottenham in November, but he struggled to escape the boos after scoring just twice in his next 12 league games.
His form improved in the second half of the season thanks to the faith Pochettino placed in him, but the Argentine’s departure last month left him thinking about his future, according to The Pitch Prospect’s chief football correspondent Alex Crook.
“I’m told that the decision to part ways with Mauricio Pochettino was not well received by all Chelsea players,” said Crook. “Particularly Nicolas Jackson, who cannot be said to have improved under Pochettino’s coaching last season.”
“He is not happy with the change of coach and may want to leave. Atletico Madrid is interested.”
The 22-year-old sustained an injury in two World Cup qualifying matches with the Senegalese national team earlier this month.
He started in a 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo, but was substituted at short notice due to an ankle injury.
Jackson underwent an MRI scan and missed the second game against Mauritania.
The severity of the injury is currently unknown as Jackson is currently enjoying his summer break in his home country.
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Chelsea have made no secret of their intention to strengthen their attack for the 2024/25 season under new head coach Enzo Maresca.
The Blues have been linked with a transfer of Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran and Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez.
Long-standing links with Napoli’s Victor Osimhen remain, and the Serie A club are looking to offload the Nigerian for a substantial transfer fee this summer.
Chelsea opens the new Premier League season on August 18 with an exciting home game against champions Manchester City.