Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson has voiced his fervent desire to compete in the UEFA Champions League. In an interview, Jackson expressed his disappointment and frustration over the team’s failure to qualify for the tournament this season. He disclosed that his main aspiration was to guide the Blues back to the Champions League, a goal that appears increasingly distant with only four games left in the Premier League campaign.
Since joining Chelsea from Villarreal last summer, Jackson has experienced a solid debut season, netting 11 goals, including a pivotal one in the recent 2-0 victory against London rivals Tottenham Hotspur. Despite his personal achievements, the team’s difficulties have resulted in them missing out on continental football spots, a circumstance that deeply saddens the 22-year-old forward.
“I think I should have scored more with the chances I missed,” Jackson said, reflecting on his season. “It’s good, but it’s not what I wanted to be when I came to play in the Champions League next season.”
Jackson’s remarks highlight his aspiration to compete at the pinnacle of football, a sentiment echoed by numerous teammates. Chelsea’s exclusion from the Champions League has dealt a substantial blow, intensifying pressure on both players and coaching staff amid the team’s ongoing challenges.
