Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has revealed Nicolas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku could both leave the club before the transfer window closes, with neither forward included in Friday's squad against West Ham despite being fully fit.
The Blues' boss emphasized player happiness over squad retention, stating: "If they find good solutions, they'll leave. It's better for everyone if they're content elsewhere." This stance comes despite Chelsea's £60m+ valuation for Jackson attracting interest from Newcastle, Aston Villa, and Napoli.
New Strike Partnership Emerges
Maresca expressed confidence in new signings Joao Pedro and Liam Delap, describing their complementary strengths: "Pedro excels in tight spaces while Delap offers physicality and attacking runs." However, neither found the net in Chelsea's season-opening 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace.
Transfer Stance Hardens
The West London club refuses to consider loan deals for either player, complicating potential moves for Nkunku with Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig preferring temporary arrangements. Meanwhile, defender Tosin Adarabioyo's return provides defensive reinforcement for the West Ham fixture.
With Chelsea's £256.5m summer spending spree offset by £203.5m in sales, Maresca's gamble on overhauling his attack faces immediate scrutiny as the Blues seek their first Premier League victory.
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