Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson has expressed a strong desire to receive guidance from the club’s iconic figure, Didier Drogba, in his quest to emulate the Ivorian legend.
Jackson, who currently dons the number 15 jersey at Chelsea, the same number Drogba wore during his prolific stint at Stamford Bridge, admitted that despite never having spoken to Drogba, he hopes to connect with him for valuable advice.
Reflecting on the prospect, Jackson shared his admiration, stating, “It would be amazing because he was a legend, and I was watching him since I was young.
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But we never talk because he is from Cote d’Ivoire, and I am from Senegal.” Drawing a comparison with another Senegalese player, Demba Ba, whom he has communicated with due to their shared nationality, Jackson emphasized his eagerness to eventually engage with Drogba and benefit from his insights, expressing his hope to see the legendary figure one day for guidance on achieving a similar status.