Nicolas Jackson is a professional footballer who plays for Chelsea in the Premier League.
Chelsea have been seriously frivolous with their spending in recent years under Todd Boehly, but one summer 2023 acquisition has proven to be a bit of a bargain – Nicolas Jackson.
The Blues paid Villarreal slightly more than his £30.1m release clause to secure his services in July 2023. It’s proven to be a worthy investment from Mauricio Pochettino.
Here is everything you need to know about the scintillating Senegalese striker.
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Nicolas Jackson Profile
When was Nicolas Jackson born?
Nicolas Jackson was born on the 20th of June 2001 in a village called Djibonker, in Senegal. He also features prominently for the Senegal national team.
Nicolas Jackson height in feet
Jackson’s height is approximately 6 feet 2 inches (1.87 meters). His height is a big factor in his game. It allows him to be an aerial threat and the ability to hold up the ball, as well as run in behind with his speed.
Nicolas Jackson position
Jackson is a centre-forward by trade. He has also played on right-wing and left-wing but is best utilised as an out-and-out striker.
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Nicolas Jackson number
Jackson wears the number 15 jersey for the Blues first-team squad. As for Senegal, he dons the number 7.
Nicolas Jackson Instagram
You can find the forward on Instagram under the handle – @jackson.nj11. Here, he boasts way over a million followers from around the globe.
Who is Nicolas Jackson’s idol?
Jackson’s idol is none other than former Manchester United legend – Cristiano Ronaldo. He told the Telegraph:
“When I was growing up, I loved Cristiano Ronaldo. I had his name on a shirt that I always wore. Not an actual shirt because they are expensive, so you don’t buy them. But I had a shirt that I put 7, Ronaldo on with a pen. I did it myself when I was a kid.
“Of course, I would pretend to be him, but it was difficult to watch his games because you needed to pay. We would go to my friend’s house, everybody. We would watch in a large group, never just with one person in the house. All my friends, we’d all go to one house to watch Real Madrid.”
Nicolas Jackson transfer fee
Chelsea signed striker Nicolas Jackson for just a little over £30.1m on the 1st of July 2023.
The then 22-year-old Jackson agreed to an eight-year deal at Stamford Bridge after Chelsea triggered the Senegalese international’s release clause after he had an impressive campaign in La Liga.
He became Mauricio Pochettino‘s second summer signing since he took charge in May following the £52m arrival of Christopher Nkunku from RB Leipzig.
Where did Nicolas Jackson play before Chelsea?
Nicolas Jackson was at Villarreal in La Liga. He spent two years at the Yellow Submarine from 2021 – 2023, until he departed for West London.
How much does Nicolas Jackson earn at Chelsea?
Jackson reportedly earns around £65,000 a week. Annually, this works out at £3,380,000 before tax. Sourced from Spotrac.
Nicolas Jackson Family
Nicolas Jackson comes from a family with both Gambian and Senegalese roots through his father and mother. They have supported him throughout his career, particularly when times were tough in Africa.
“You know the mothers, they just do what it takes for you,” Jackson told the Telegraph. “They just love you and they always support you. I was not going to school, but she was always supporting me and helping me.
“She worked on a farm. A lot of people farmed where I’m from. She would have to work from morning to night to support me. She would farm and then sell. She’d sell everything, groundnuts, watermelon. I was playing football, not selling with her or earning any money.
“I don’t want her to do anything now. She’s still in Senegal, she wants to work, but I don’t want her to. She doesn’t want to sit down in one place, so we’ll have to see.
“You cannot repay your mum and your dad, never. Especially your mum because she had you in the stomach for nine months. Everything you do for her, that will never be enough. I’m always trying to do what I can to make her happy.”
Does Nicolas Jackson have a girlfriend?
Nicolas has deliberately focused solely on his career and personal development – meaning he currently does not have a girlfriend.
