Nicolas Jackson has responded to Super Eagles legend John Mikel Obi after he made a brutal remark about him.
The Chelsea forward has received several backlashes for his performance since he joined the Blues last season.
However, he scored his first goal of the new season for the Blues in their second Premier League game of the season.
The forward helped Chelsea thrash Wolves 6-2 at the Molineux Stadium, scoring one goal and providing one assist.
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Jackson responds to Mikel Obi
Mikel Obi has received a hit from Senegalese and Chelsea striker Jackson after impressing against Wolves.
Chelsea legend Mikel Obi critically evaluated Nicolas Jackson's performance against Manchester City in their opening Premier League game.
The 2013 AFCON winner said, "Chelsea needs a striker who can hit the ball," and Jackson is not good enough for the Blues.
However, the Chelsea striker has replied to the Chelsea legend on his Instagram story after his comment about him.
Jackson screenshotted a post from 433 that says, “@Jackson,nj11 just scored Chelsea’s fastest Premier League goal since 2017.”
He then added a caption to the picture, saying, “@mikel_john_obi Shut your mouth, don't talk shit, we are killing ourself for Africa.”
Jackson will be looking to continue his new-found form when Chelsea face Crystal Palace on Sunday at Stamford Bridge.