In a development that has sent ripples through the Premier League, Newcastle United are positioning themselves to secure the services of Chelsea's Nig...
In a development that has sent ripples through the Premier League, Newcastle United are positioning themselves to secure the services of Chelsea's Nigerian born striker Nicolas Jackson. The 24 year old forward, who spent the previous campaign on loan in the Bundesliga, is now packing his bags for a return to England but not necessarily to Stamford Bridge. According to exclusive information gathered by GoalZaza, the powers that be at St. James. � Park have identified Jackson as a prime target to bolster their attacking ranks ahead of the new season. Jackson, who joined Chelsea from Villarreal with much fanfare, has struggled to cement a regular spot in the Blues. � starting eleven. Sources close to the player indicate that the club. �s hierarchy have already informed his representatives that he does not feature in their long term plans. This has opened the door for Newcastle, who are eager to add pace and directness to their frontline. The Magpies are said to be preparing a formal offer that could see Jackson trade the blue of Chelsea for the black and white stripes of the North East giants. In the scheme of things, this move could prove beneficial for all parties. Chelsea will recoup a portion of the fee they paid for the Senegalese international, while Newcastle gain a hungry striker with something to prove. At the end of the day, Jackson is a player with raw talent who simply needs a consistent run of games to rediscover his confidence. The Nigerian connection does not end there. Should the transfer go through, Jackson would join a squad that already includes several African players, and local fans will be watching closely to see if he can give a good account of himself in the demanding Premier League environment. At a viewing centre in Surulere, Lagos, the atmosphere would be electric as fans debate the merits of this potential switch. Many will recall Jackson. �s early promise at Villarreal and argue that a move to Newcastle could be the revival his career needs. Others will shake their heads, lamenting another young talent slipping through Chelsea. �s fingers. But the consensus among the faithful is clear: whether he dons the blue or the black and white, Jackson must deliver goals. The price of a bottle of Malta Guinness will rise as the discussion heats up, but in the end, every Super Eagles supporter wants to see their own succeed on the grandest stage of them all.
