Mikel Obi Admits Chelsea Struggle Without Nicolas Jackson After Man City Defeat
Chelsea legend John Mikel Obi has reflected on his former club’s recent slump following a 3-0 home defeat by Manchester City. Speaking on his podcast, Obi highlighted Nicolas Jackson’s high pressing, link-up play and chemistry with Cole Palmer as qualities no current striker has matched. He admitted Chelsea look “lost” without the Senegalese forward, despite earlier criticism of Jackson’s finishing. Obi acknowledged he challenged Jackson to raise his game, calling it “about competition.” He praised Jackson’s work rate and impact on Chelsea’s system and insisted his earlier remarks were meant to push the striker to top-club standards. Now Chelsea must regroup ahead of a crucial weekend clash with Manchester United as they fight for a Champions League spot.
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