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Chelsea Agree To €35m Deal For Villarreal Forward Nicolas Jackson

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3 years ago

June 24, 2023

Chelsea have agreed to a €35 million deal for the signing of 22-year-old Villarreal forward, Nicolas Jackson.

According to Fabrizio Romano, while there was a lot of interest in the Villareal forward, the Blues have managed to win the race to sign Jackson. The 22-year-old forward is all set to join the London club ahead of next season.

Jackson has come through the ranks at Villarreal. He was promoted to their first team ahead of the 2022-23 season. And, he has managed to make quite a name for himself on the back of impressive performances in his very first full season in the Spanish top flight.

The 22-year-old was involved in a total of 38 matches and was on the pitch for over 2,100 minutes. Jackson managed to find the back of the net on 13 occasions and also contributed with five assists in his debut season in the top flight.

The Senegal international’s performances attracted a lot of attention and there were quite a few clubs interested in his services.

However, Chelsea have managed to come out on top. The Blues have managed to reach full agreement with both the player and the club.

They are ready to trigger his €35 million release clause but will be paying the full amount in instalments.

And, Villarreal have agreed to it as the Blues are ready to pay a bit more than the termination clause.

Jackson’s medical will take place over the weekend and he will be penning down a long-term deal with the Blues.

Chelsea were desperate to sign a new forward ahead of next season. The Blues had struggled to score goals throughout the 2022-23 season and were in desperate need of reinforcement in attack.

The Blues have managed to acquire a high-quality forward who is versatile in nature and will surely add goals to their ranks.

While their new manager Mauricio Pochettino might push for another forward given that Kai Havertz is all set to join Arsenal, Jackson will surely be a great addition to their squad.

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EPL: Rooney Names Team To Win Title

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3 hours ago

May 5, 2026

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Former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney, has said Arsenal will go on to win the Premier League title, after Manchester City dropped points against Everton.

City were held to a 3-3 draw at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday night.

The result means Pep Guardiola’s men are now five points behind Arsenal, but they have one game in hand.

Rooney believes the Gunners will beat West Ham this weekend and go on to be champions.

He said on BBC Sport: “No, I’m concerned for West Ham. I just think Arsenal are efficient and professional.

“I just think they will win every game. So obviously, with the result tonight, that means they will win the league.”

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UCL, EPL: Petr Cech Advises Chelsea On How To Win Trophies

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1 day ago

May 4, 2026

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Chelsea legend, Petr Cech, has advised his old club on how to win the UEFA Champions League or the English Premier League.

Chelsea are already out of the Premier League title race this season, and they are at risk of missing out on UEFA Champions League qualification for next season because they are currently not in the ninth position on the Premier League table.

Speaking to The Athletic about Chelsea, Cech said that the Blues need to change their philosophy of signing only young players if they want to win the Premier League or Champions League.

According to the former goalkeeper, the Premier League west London club needs to add experienced players to mentor the young players in the squad.

“You have to look at what you want to achieve. You can have young, talented players, and you can win, but it’s very rare that you manage to do that,” he said.

“If you want to win every season and compete every season, that does not go together.

“You have to change your philosophy. Certain things don’t go together because, in order to win a Champions League or a Premier League… these are really tough competitions, and you have to be consistent.

“You need to have a strong core of the team. And then you can bring young, talented players who will grow faster and then will be held by the experienced players to help navigate them through difficult times when they come.”

Currently, Chelsea have just one player, Tosin Adarabioyo, who is over 28 this season, and the defender has not been playing regularly.

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Enabulele Lauds Okpebholo’s Bold Reforms As Edo Sports Witnesses Revival

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5 days ago

April 30, 2026

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The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for what he described as a bold and transformative approach to sports development.

Speaking on efforts to reposition sports in the state, Enabulele noted that with Okpebholo’s visionary leadership, the sector has witnessed renewed growth.

In a statement issued by his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, the Edo Sports Commission boss attributed the progress to the governor’s strategic policies and sustained commitment to youth development, which he said have laid the foundation for a more structured and results-driven system.

“His Excellency has demonstrated clear vision and genuine commitment to sports development. The level of support we are receiving has significantly repositioned Edo as a competitive force in national sporting events,” he said.

He explained that targeted investments in grassroots development are already producing results, with a growing number of young talents being identified and nurtured across multiple disciplines.

“We are deliberately building from the grassroots. A large percentage of our athletes today are homegrown, which speaks to the sustainability of our development model,” Enabulele added.

The Commission, he noted, is also shifting away from an over-reliance on football to a broader multi-sport focus.

Edo State, he said, is now recording improved performances in athletics, combat sports, and other emerging areas.

“Our goal is to strengthen all sports. The results are beginning to show across different disciplines, and this is only the start,” he said.

Enabulele further pointed to ongoing improvements in sports infrastructure and athlete welfare as critical factors in sustaining performance and encouraging wider participation among young people.

“We are building a system that will endure. With the continued support of the governor, Edo is on course to becoming a dominant force in sports at both national and international levels,” he stated.

He expressed confidence that the current momentum would translate into greater achievements for Edo athletes, reaffirming the Commission’s commitment to excellence, discipline, and long-term development.