Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi has refused to back down from his criticism of Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson’s finishing, despite the Senegalese forward’s recent goal against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Mikel’s initial comments, made after Chelsea’s 2-0 loss to Manchester City, highlighted Jackson’s struggles in front of goal. The Nigerian legend emphasized the need for better finishing, acknowledging Jackson’s talent but stressing the importance of composure.
Jackson fired back with a heated Instagram post, telling Mikel to “shut your mouth” and stop talking about African players.
However, Mikel stood firm during a beIN Sports appearance, reiterating his constructive criticism. “The only issue is his finishing, which needs to improve. He’s in the right positions, but his composure in front of goal must be better.”
Fellow pundit Ruud Gullit questioned whether Jackson agreed with the critique, prompting Mikel to respond, “I don’t think he agrees, but everyone can see where I’m coming from.”
The ongoing debate surrounding Jackson’s finishing has sparked intense discussion among Chelsea fans and pundits.
