Nicolas Jackson has responded to his critics, asserting that they ‘don’t know football’ in the wake of his mixed start at Chelsea. The Senegal international, who arrived from Villarreal in a £32 million summer transfer, scored his seventh goal of the season in a 2-0 victory against Sheffield United. Despite the accomplishment, he has faced criticism for inconsistent performances during the season.
The 22-year-old, however, remains unfazed by the negativity, acknowledging his adaptation to the Premier League as a work in progress. Jackson expressed his satisfaction with his debut season but shrugged off the criticism, stating, “I don’t care what people say; it is just people who don’t know about football.”
Addressing the challenges of transitioning from La Liga to the Premier League, he acknowledged the differences and highlighted his commitment to improvement. Jackson dismissed excuses, emphasizing his determination to work harder and learn from those with genuine football insights, particularly his coach.
Get Instantly Update By: Joining Our Whatapps and Telegram Channel
In response to criticism, Jackson drew inspiration from Mauricio Pochettino’s encouragement. Pochettino reminded him of the initial struggles faced by Kevin De Bruyne and Mohamed Salah at Chelsea before becoming prominent figures in football. Jackson credited Pochettino’s guidance, stating, “He knows football; they don’t know football, so I don’t listen to them.”