John Obi Mikel believes Chelsea should keep Nicolas Jackson, citing the importance of competition in the team, despite Jackson’s poor form.
John Obi Mikel has urged Chelsea to keep Nicolas Jackson, despite the player’s poor form and disciplinary issues.
According to Mikel, competition in the team is crucial, especially when playing for a big club and competing for trophies. With the arrival of Liam Delap and Joao Pedro, Mikel believes that the competition for places will push the players to work harder.
Mikel acknowledges that Jackson has a big part to play in the team, but notes that the player needs to sort out his discipline and focus. While Delap and Pedro have made a fantastic start to their Chelsea careers, Mikel thinks that Jackson still has a role to play.
“It is important we have competition in the team, it is very important when you play for a big club and you are competing for trophies,” Mikel said.
Mikel’s comments suggest that Chelsea should not rush to sell Jackson, despite the interest from other clubs. Instead, the player should be given the opportunity to prove himself and compete with Delap and Pedro for a starting spot. With the right mindset and discipline, Mikel believes that Jackson can still make a significant contribution to the team.
The competition between Jackson, Delap, and Pedro is likely to be intense, but Mikel believes that this will ultimately benefit the team. As Chelsea prepares for the new season, the battle for places will be fierce, and Mikel is confident that this will drive the players to perform at their best.
