Nicolas Jackson's Chelsea future remains uncertain despite being handed a chance to win over new head coach Xabi Alonso during pre-season, according to BBC News.
The Spaniard confirmed last week that the Senegal striker would be part of Chelsea's squad for their tour of Australia and Asia, giving Jackson an opportunity to stake his claim before the new campaign gets underway. However, the report suggests that Chelsea would be willing to sanction his departure this summer if a significant offer arrives, indicating the club see him as a potential makeweight in their squad rebuild rather than an untouchable asset.
It's a tricky balancing act for Alonso, who inherits a forward line that Chelsea appear ready to reshuffle even as he assesses Jackson's suitability for his system. For now, the 24-year-old gets his chance to impress on the road — but his long-term stay at Stamford Bridge looks far from guaranteed, with the club's stance suggesting a sale wouldn't be resisted should the right proposal land.