Reece James has defended Chelsea’s striker Nicolas Jackson from criticism pointed towards him.<\/p>\n
The Blues’ new signing was labeled as ‘not a natural goalscorer’ by Alan Shearer, which angered team boss Mauricio Pochettino.<\/p>\n
Now captain James has stepped in and also disagreed with Shearer.<\/p>\n
“He knows his ability and why he is at Chelsea.” James said.<\/p>\n
“As a striker, you go through spells when you don’t score or miss chances.”<\/p>\n
Jackson has endured a difficult start at Stamford Bridge since his summer move from Villareal, but an elusive hat-trick against London rivals Tottenham Hotspur has given him and the team a huge morale boost.<\/p>\n
“He just has to keep working hard. That is what he’s done and he got his reward.” James added.<\/p>\n
“I’m happy for him. It’s a huge confidence boost for anyone to get a hat-trick, especially against such a good side.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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