There is growing debate around Cole Palmer's recent performances, but a closer look suggests the Chelsea forward is missing more than just form he is missing Nicolas Jackson.
Many will argue that Jackson needed Palmer, but statistics and match patterns show the relationship worked both ways. When the two played together, Palmer benefited just as much as Jackson did, with their movement and understanding opening up space and creating attacking rhythm.
Softfootball previously reported that Nicolas Jackson left Chelsea to join Bayern Munich on 1 September 2025 . The deal was completed as a season-long loan for the 2025-26 season, with an obligation to buy in the summer of 2026 for a reported fee of 56.25 million 65 million, plus a loan fee of approximately 14.25 million 16.5 million.
