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Chelsea face striker crisis! Injured Nicolas Jackson ruled out until APRIL in devastating blow to Enzo Maresca's Blues

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<p>A scan on Wednesday revealed the forward has suffered damage to his hamstring and will not be back until after the international break in March, <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/02/12/chelsea-striker-crisis-nicolas-jackson-injury-april/" target="_blank"><em>The Telegraph</em></a> reports. The earliest he is expected back is for the clash against Tottenham on April 2.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>The loss of the Senegal international leaves coach Enzo Maresca without a striker, with Marc Guiu also out injured. Jackson, 23, has scored nine goals and registered five assists in the Premier League this season - Cole Palmer is the only Chelsea player with a better record in the English top flight.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Jackson will be absent for Friday's clash against Brighton as well as meetings with Aston Villa, Southampton, Leicester and Arsenal at least.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Mareca's side are currently fourth in the Premier League heading into this week's match against a Brighton side who beat them 2-1 in the FA Cup last week.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR CHELSEA?

Chelsea face striker crisis! Injured Nicolas Jackson ruled out until APRIL in devastating blow to Enzo Maresca's Blues | Goal.com

Chelsea have been dealt a massive blow after seeing striker Nicolas Jackson has been ruled out for over a month with a hamstring injury.

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