Chelsea: Emmanuel Petit backs 22-year-old Jackson, downplays need for Osimhen

Former Chelsea midfielder, Emmanuel Petit says the club doesn't need a new striker in the mould of Victor Osimhen or Alexander Isak in the summer transfer window.

He said the club to keep faith in forward Nicholas Jackson who he believes has had a stellar debut season.

"Chelsea do not need Osimhen or Isak. We all know about the No.9 curse at Chelsea, and in the last couple of months, we’ve seen what Jackson can do. There’s no need to put more pressure on him by signing someone like Isak on his back," the 53-year-old said, as reported by Afrik Foot.

Jackson has netted 16 goals and provided five assists in 30 appearances this season and has become a key part of Mauricio Pochettino's attacking line-up.

According to Petite, investing in Jackson's ability and development will benefit the club in the long term as well as sending a positive message to other young players in the squad.

He said adding a competition to Jackson could hinder the growth of the 22-year-old.

As per ESPN, the London club reportedly sent a swap deal proposal to Napoli for Osimhen, including €90 million, Romelu Lukaku, and another young player.