Celebrations as top Senegalese talent abroad earns prestigious player of the year honors

Celebrations as top Senegalese talent abroad earns prestigious player of the year honors

Stephen Awino 20:30 - 24.10.2024

Chelsea striker Nicholas Jackson has been bestowed the prestigious award to due to his exploits with the blues during the 2023/24 season.

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson has been honored with the prestigious title of "Best Senegalese Player Playing Abroad" for the 2023/2024 season.

According to a report by Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano the Blues striker was acknowledged for his exploits with Chelsea during the 2023/24 season.

Jackson secured the top spot in the voting, garnering an impressive 203 votes to be bestowed the coveted title.

Close behind was Kalidou Koulibaly with 167 votes, followed by Chérif Ndiaye with 47 votes.

The recognition comes on the heels of a standout season for Jackson at Chelsea.

Despite a shaky start with Chelsea, joining the side in the summer transfer window of 2023, Jackson has quickly established himself as a key player and a prolific goal scorer.

With 5 goals and 3 assists in his Chelsea appearances this season, Jackson has made a significant impact.

His goal tally ranks second only to Cole Palmer, who leads the team with 6 goals.

Last season, Jackson enjoyed an even more prolific campaign, netting 17 goals and providing 6 assists in 44 matches for the Blues.

This award further solidifies Jackson's reputation as one of the most talented Senegalese players on the international stage.

Jackson's Chelsea are in action tonight in his absence with a Conference League clash against Panathinaikos.