Chelsea’s tough start to the 2023/24 season, which has seen them only win one of their five Premier League games, has raised questions regarding their forwards and the possibility of needing another striker to compete with Nicolas Jackson.
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Chelsea’s Stance On New Striker Signing Clarified
Are Chelsea Going to Sign a New Striker to Compete With Nicolas Jackson?
Fabrizio Romano has stated that it is currently too early to know if the Blues will sign a new striker in the January transfer window to increase their striking options. He adds that “for now they are saying” that their focus is on the current squad.
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The journalist reiterates that Chelsea are keen on protecting their summer signing Jackson, who has only scored one goal so far this season and was disappointing during the goalless draw against Bournemouth recently. Romano claims that the London side are ready to trust their new striker.
This comes as Chelsea have only scored five goals in the Premier League, with only four other teams scoring fewer.
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Chelsea Hoping for Christopher Nkunku to Bring the Goods
Romano mentions that the London side believes that the return of Christopher Nkunku from injury will be vital to helping improve Jackson’s form. Mauricio Pochettino was impressed with how well the two new signings linked up in pre-season and believes the striker needs someone like Nkunku who can help create space for him and set up chances with his creativity.
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The Blues don’t seem to have any definitive plans for the January window yet, but it remains to be seen if that changes anytime soon. Chelsea will be hoping the return of Nkunku will help unlock the potential of Jackson – and fire the London club further up the league table.
