“He will cost you, don’t rely on him” ‘Replace him in January” – Mikel Obi warns Maresca after Chelsea star costs Blues 3 points against Everton
Chelsea missed the chance to go to the top of the Premier League table on Sunday afternoon because they were held away to Everton.
Chelsea had to settle for a point after a 0-0 draw at Goodison Park versus Everton, which ended the club’s eight-game winning streak across all competitions.
In difficult conditions, the Blues drew a blank in the Premier League fixture. Enzo Maresca’s side return to action on Boxing Day when they host local rivals Fulham in the league.
Enzo Maresca is cautioned by John Mikel Obi to sign a clinical striker in January after he attacks Nicolas Jackson.
After squandering numerous opportunities, Nicolas Jackson cost Chelsea the three points, according to John Mikel Obi.
“Even if we are playing well, you need a complete striker who can produce every week if you want to win the league or place in the top four.Jackson had the opportunity to give Chelsea the three points, but he was unable to complete the finish.
“Jackson is making an effort, but he needs to score more goals and be more clinical in front of the goal. I’m not sure yet about Nicolas Jackson. Chelsea needs to buy a clinical striker in January if we want to contend for the league or place in the top four, With a striker like him, I don’t think we’ll win the league or place in the top four. “He said,”
The result means that Liverpool, who have a game in hand, have the chance to go four points clear at the top of the Premier League table going into Christmas Day.
The Reds face Tottenham Hotspur in London, as they look to continue their unbeaten record away from home.