Nicolas Jackson
Name: Nicolas Jackson
Birthdate: June 20, 2001
Birthplace: Banjul, The Gambia
Occupation: Professional Footballer (Striker)
Nicolas Jackson is a Senegalese striker known for his pace, technical ability, and versatility.
He began his professional career at Casa Sports in Senegal before moving to Villarreal's youth setup in 2019. After a loan spell at Mirandes, he broke into Villarreal's first team, scoring 12 goals in 26 La Liga appearances during the 2022–23 season.
In 2023, Jackson signed an eight-year contract with Chelsea for £32 million, later extended to 2033.
He scored 14 Premier League goals in his debut season, becoming the second-highest African scorer behind Mohamed Salah.
Internationally, Jackson debuted for Senegal in 2022, participating in the FIFA World Cup and Africa Cup of Nations, and scored his first international goal in 2024.
Off the pitch, he's recognized for his philanthropy, providing food and educational supplies to communities in Senegal and The Gambia.
