Nicolas Jackson Discusses His Chelsea Future Amid Manchester United Links
- Nicolas Jackson has addressed his Chelsea future and links with Manchester United ahead of the new season
- The Senegal star has been linked with a swap deal involving Man United outcast, Alejandro Garnacho
- Jackson just finished his second season with the Blues, but his numbers dropped compared to his campaign
Nicolas Jackson has broken his silence on his Chelsea future and reports linking him with Manchester United.
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Jackson just concluded his second season at Chelsea, but his performances continue to draw criticism from fans.
The Blues have signed Joao Pedro and Liam Delap to give the Senegal international competition after they qualified for the Champions League.
Will Nicolas Jackson leave Chelsea?
Nicolas Jackson enjoyed a solid campaign, though his numbers saw a decline compared to the 2023/24 season. He netted 10 Premier League goals, with the majority coming in the first half of the 2025/26 season.
He has been linked with a move to Manchester United, who are in search of a striker after an underwhelming season from their forwards, Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund.
A swap deal involving Jackson and Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho has reportedly been discussed, but no agreement has materialised. The Argentine winger is seeking a new club, with Chelsea reportedly interested in signing him.
Furthermore, the Blues have signed Pedro and Delap, two Premier League-level strikers, meaning Jackson's position is under serious threat. Therefore, he could be willing to sell him.
What did Jackson say about Chelsea future, Man United?
The Senegal international comes off a historic FIFA Club World Cup victory with Chelsea earlier this month. He received a red card during the group stage and was sidelined for the final against Paris Saint-Germain.
He was recently asked about the competition for the striker spot at Chelsea.
"Competition? I have no competition," he told DSports TV. "We’re all here to help the club. Everyone has their role to play. I’m on a mission. It’s up to the coach to make his choices. I focus solely on my work."
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He also spoke about his future at the club.
"I’m a Chelsea player," he said. "The future belongs to God. If there are any changes, you’ll know. For now, I’m focused on my preparation. It’s football, there are ups and downs.
Can Chelsea win Premier League?
The Blues won two trophies last season and qualified for the Champions League after competing in Europe's third-tier competition, the UEFA Conference League.
They finished fourth last season behind champions Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City.
Their performances at the Club World Cup have positioned them as contenders for next season's title, but they will face stiff competition. Teams that finished above them have made key signings and possess more experience.
The Blues last won the title in 2017 and will need a near-perfect performance to lift it for a sixth time.
Why did Cole Palmer fume at Nicolas Jackson?
In a related story, we reported that Cole Palmer was furious with Nicolas Jackson during Chelsea's clash with Fluminense at the Club World Cup.
The England star was furious that the Senegalese refused to square the ball despite being open.
Jackson has had a few gaffes since joining Chelsea from Villarreal.
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