Chelsea have confirmed striker Nicolas Jackson has signed a brand new long-term contract at Stamford Bridge.

The 23-year-old has confronted loads of criticism from rival followers however Chelsea have lengthy remained dedicated to Jackson, who scored 14 targets in his first Premier League season and has two strikes from his first three video games underneath Enzo Maresca.

His preliminary deal took him via to 2031, however Jackson has now signed on till 2033 with an improved wage as a reward for his spectacular type.

“I’m feeling excellent and am very glad to signal a brand new contract and keep on the membership,” Jackson stated.

“It feels nice the membership has confidence in me. I’m working very exhausting. I’m very glad to increase my contract and keep right here for a few years.”

Regardless of tying Jackson all the way down to recent phrases, Chelsea are believed to stay out there for a brand new striker and retain their curiosity in Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, who was the topic of tense negotiations till the ultimate moments of the summer time switch window.

Osimhen finally joined Turkish aspect Galatasaray on a season-long mortgage which features a break clause for the January switch window, earlier than which Chelsea will determine whether or not to reignite their pursuit.

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