Jackson Nkunku both missed the London derby, Chelsea s forward faces reorganization

On August 23, the second round of the Premier League will be staged, with Chelsea playing away against West Ham United. On the 21st, Chelsea coach Maresca confirmed that although forward Jackson met the standard physical condition, he would not be included in the roster of this game. This means that the Senegal international will miss the Blues for the second consecutive game after the first round of suspension due to red cards.

Jackson's absence is closely related to his transfer rumors. Since the summer, the 24-year-old striker has become the focus of several Premier League teams despite joining from Villarreal only last year for £32 million. Aston Villa was revealed to be planning a quotation, and Newcastle United also continued to maintain interest due to the possible changes in Isaac.

Maresca said: "As mentioned before, we have two forwards (referring to new players Pedro and Drapp). Any situation may happen before the transfer window is closed." When asked whether Jackson is close to leaving the team, he responded: "I am more focused on training classes and cannot predict the future."

Statistics show that since joining last season, Jackson has participated in the team with 42 goals, second only to Palmer's 71 times. However, the changes in Chelsea's forward line may not stop there - French international Nkunku may also leave the team. It is reported that Bayern Munich is negotiating a loan with him, but the Blues insist on a permanent transfer.

"Nkunku is currently training with the team, but the situation is similar to Jackson," Maresca added. "Sterling and Jackson are training alone. There are still two weeks before the window is closed, and everything is unpredictable." If both strikers leave the team, Chelsea may accelerate the pursuit of Manchester United's Garnacho and Leipzig's Simmons.