EPL: He’s becoming one of most feared players – Martin Keown hails Chelsea star

Former Arsenal star, Martin Keown has hailed Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson as ‘one of the most feared strikers’ in the Premier League.

Accordingly to Keown, nobody has made more sprints than Jackson this season.

Nicolas joined Chelsea from Villarreal for £32m in the summer of 2023.

The Senegal striker endured a mixed first season at Stamford Bridge, scoring 17 goals in all competitions for the Blues but attracting criticism for his wayward finishing.

But he has been impressive for Enzo Maresca’s side so far this season, scoring six Premier League goals.

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“One decision Van Nistelrooy needs to nail is who starts in central defence, as Nicolas Jackson is fast becoming one of the Premier League’s most feared strikers,” Keown told the Daily Mail.

“Nobody has made more sprints than Chelsea’s forward this season and he will happily eat up any space behind United’s backline, knowing full well that Cole Palmer can find him.”