Afrigather Chelsea ahead Nicholas Jackson has hit again at former Tremendous Eagles captain Mikel Obi following his spectacular show within the Blues’ 6-2 away victory in opposition to Wolverhampton, Soccernet.ng studies.
Earlier, the previous Chelsea midfielder had expressed disappointment with Jackson after Chelsea’s first defeat of the 2024-25 English Premier League season in opposition to Manchester Metropolis.
The ex-Nigeria worldwide questioned Jackson’s capability to ship in assault, suggesting that Chelsea’s present striker choices have been missing.
“You want a striker who is aware of how you can discover the again of the online, and that’s one thing we’re lacking,” Obi acknowledged. “I do know I typically criticise him [Nicholas Jackson], and it might come throughout as disrespect, however that’s not my intention.”
A PASSIONATE @Mikel_John_Obi rant on the Chelsea slide in direction of “being snug” with mediocrity.
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In Chelsea’s conflict in opposition to Wolves, Jackson opened the scoring and assisted Cole Palmer within the forty fifth minute, showcasing his attacking prowess to Enzo Maresca.
Following his standout efficiency, Jackson responded to Obi’s remarks with a fiery submit on social media: “Mikel Obi, shut your mouth, don’t speak shit. We’re killing ourselves in Africa.”
Chelsea will subsequent face Swiss membership Servette earlier than persevering with their English Premier League marketing campaign in opposition to Crystal Palace the next weekend.
Jackson will probably be desirous to showcase his worth and construct on his current efficiency because the staff prepares for these upcoming fixtures.
