Chelsea Ready to Break Loyalty as Serie A Giants Circle Around Fallen Star
Nicolas Jackson finds himself at the center of transfer speculation regarding a surprising departure from Chelsea, as questions arise about his future at the club following Liam Delap's recent signing.
The striker has left Chelsea fans disappointed due to his costly dismissals, including one against Newcastle United in a vital Premier League match last month and another during an unexpected loss to Flamengo in the current FIFA Club World Cup tournament.
While his scoring record since moving to the Blues from Villarreal in 2023 has been decent rather than exceptional, Delap has swiftly made an impact with his contrasting playing approach.
According to reports from Italy, Gianluca Di Marzio suggests that Jackson is "no longer considered indispensable" regarding potential transfers at Stamford Bridge, indicating that Chelsea might now be open to offers where they previously weren't. Consequently, Juventus are reportedly "making inquiries" about his availability.
The Turin club is believed to have already conducted "preliminary discussions", giving them an advantage over Italian competitors and current Serie A titleholders Napoli—Liverpool's Darwin Núñez and Udinese's Lorenzo Lucca are viewed as higher priorities at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.
Jackson issued a public apology to Chelsea supporters after his red card against Flamengo.
"I want to apologize. To the club, the coaching staff, my fellow players, and all the supporters who were watching, I disappointed you," he stated.
"Another dismissal...and frankly, I'm furious with myself. I train hard daily to assist the team, not to create these situations. I still can't completely comprehend what occurred. But one thing is certain: it wasn't deliberate. Simply a football incident that turned out badly.
"No justifications. I accept complete accountability. I will contemplate, I will develop, and I will return more determined for the jersey and for everyone who has faith in me. My apologies."