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Nicolas Jackson continues to build his reputation as one of the best Chelsea strikers in recent times
Former Chelsea forward Demba Ba has hailed Nicolas Jackson as a legend of Stamford Bridge after the Senegalese striker surpassed notable club icons in Premier League goals.
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The 22-year-old Jackson, who joined Chelsea in the summer of 2023, has quickly etched his name into the club's history books with an impressive scoring record.
Ba hails Jackson for outshining Crespo and Torres
Jackson’s rapid rise to Chelsea stardom has seen him net 21 goals in just 47 Premier League appearances for the Blues, overtaking legendary strikers Fernando Torres and Hernan Crespo.
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Torres, who played 110 league matches for the Blues, scored 20 goals, while Crespo managed the same tally in just 49 appearances.
Demba Ba, himself a former Chelsea striker and compatriot of Jackson, took to social media to praise the young star’s achievement. Reacting to a post highlighting Jackson’s milestone, Ba commented, "Already a legend,” acknowledging the forward's impressive feat.
Jackson’s goal-scoring exploits also place him ahead of Ba, who scored seven Premier League goals and 14 across all competitions during his stint at Stamford Bridge.
A legend in the making?
While calling Jackson a “legend” might seem premature to some, Jackson’s form has endeared him to Chelsea fans, and his potential suggests he could reach the lofty heights expected by Ba and others.
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During what has been a challenging period for the club, the Senegal international's has managed to be one of the brighter spots for the Blues, making him a central figure in Chelsea's resurgence.
This season, Jackson has scored seven goals and provided three assists in 12 Premier League matches, making it almost certain that he will better last season’s tally of 14 goals and five assists in 35 matches.
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With plenty of time ahead of him, Jackson has the potential to cement his status as one of Chelsea’s all-time greats, proving Ba’s praise to be more than justified.
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