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Unai Emery makes exciting Nicolas Jackson prediction and explains ‘reality’ after Chelsea transfer

Unai Emery has backed Nicolas Jackson to become one of the best strikers in the world at Aston Villa…

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 6:00 PM
Unai Emery makes exciting Nicolas Jackson prediction and explains ‘reality’ after Chelsea transfer
Key Things to Know
  • Unai Emery predicts Nicolas Jackson can become one of the world's best strikers through consistent hard work.
  • Jackson joined Aston Villa from Chelsea on a permanent summer transfer and has scored seven goals this season.
  • Emery made Jackson his top transfer target after Ollie Watkins expressed interest in joining Al-Hilal.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery believes striker Nicolas Jackson can develop into one of the best forwards in world football. The Senegal international joined Villa from Chelsea in the summer transfer window and has already scored seven goals across all competitions, including a match-winning brace against Manchester City.

Emery previously managed Jackson at Villarreal and targeted him after Ollie Watkins pursued a move to Al-Hilal. Emery highlighted Jackson's work ethic and mentality, noting that his new chapter at Villa provides the opportunity to reach the elite level of players like Harry Kane.

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