Mykhailo Mudryk will reportedly be given “one more chance” to prove he is good enough to play for Chelsea. The 23-year-old moved to Stamford Bridge from Shakhtar Donetsk in January 2023 after the Blues hijacked Arsenal’s deal to sign him.

Former Watford captain Troy Deeney says Chelsea no longer need to sign another striker if Nicolas Jackson continues his strong start to the season. Jackson proved a divisive figure among Chelsea fans across a mixed debut season at Stamford Bridge, with the 23-year-old often criticised for a lack of ruthlessness in front of goal.

Nicolas Jackson is improving quickly having scored four goals in five Premier League appearances for Chelsea this season.

Chelsea have been told to abandon their pursuit of a new number nine if Nicolas Jackson continues to maintain his current form. The Senegal international scored a brace and provided an assist during the Blues’ 3-0 win over West Ham United on Saturday and Troy Deeney believes he is good to lead the line for Enzo Maresca’s side.

Gary Cahill reserved special praise for Nicolas Jackson following Chelsea’s 3-0 win over West Ham and suggested the club may no longer need to dip into transfer market for a proven centre-forward.