Chelsea Striker Nicolas Jackson Signs Contract Extension
Chelsea’s Senegal striker Nicolas Jackson signed a two-year contract extension on Friday, extending his stay at Stamford Bridge until 2033.
Blues manager Enzo Maresca stated earlier this season that Jackson had agreed in principle to extend his eight-year contract, which he signed after coming from Villarreal in 2023.
The Premier League club has now confirmed the contract, stating on Friday: “Chelsea is delighted to announce Nicolas Jackson has signed a two-year contract extension until 2033.”
“Nico joined the Blues in late June 2023 and had a successful debut season at Stamford Bridge. He scored 17 goals in all competitions, including a hat trick away to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.”
Jackson has two goals in four games this season as he attempts to rebound after a poor first season with the Blues.
“I’m feeling very good and I’m very happy to sign a new contract and stay at the club,” according to him.
“It feels amazing that the club believes in me. I’m working quite hard. I’m delighted to extend my contract and stay here for many years.”
Jackson began his professional career with Senegalese team Casa Sport and moved to Spain’s Villarreal in 2020.
His breakthrough season at Villarreal came in 2022-23 when he scored 13 goals in 38 appearances in all competitions and was included in Senegal’s 2022 World Cup squad.
