Report: Chelsea superstar facing uncertain future is linked to Barcelona | OneFootball

In a recent report by Mundo Deportivo, it has been revealed that Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is now being linked with a move to Barcelona.

It is to be noted that with Chelsea recently splashing over €90 million on new attacking signings, namely, Liam Delap and Joao Pedro, the London club is reportedly open to offloading some of their current forwards.

As such, Jackson, who previously impressed at Villarreal, appears to be one of the names on that list.

The Senegalese striker, who joined Chelsea in 2023, now finds himself falling down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge.

With limited opportunities and fierce competition for places, he is said to be exploring options outside the Premier League.

A return to LaLiga could be an ideal scenario for him, especially since he’s already familiar with the Spanish top flight thanks to his time at Villarreal.

Barcelona keeping a close eye

Nicolas Jackson is linked to Barcelona. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Barcelona, meanwhile, have been monitoring the situation. Although the club is not actively pursuing new signings, as confirmed recently by club president Joan Laporta, the possibility of a strategic move for Jackson has been floated.

The idea is that he could join Barça now and spend the season learning under the guidance of Robert Lewandowski, who is currently in the final year of his contract.

With recent rumours linking Lewandowski to a possible move to Saudi Arabia, Jackson’s name has naturally gained traction.

Though a move may still be unlikely under the current financial limitations and Laporta’s stance, Jackson fits the profile of a long-term project.

He is young, physically gifted, and already used to La Liga’s demands, which is an advantage that could make his transition seamless.

While the idea remains distant for now, the door is not entirely closed. Jackson learning from one of the best strikers of this generation while adapting to Barça’s system could be a shrewd investment for the future.