Enzo Maresca admits “anything can happen” amid doubts over Nicolas Jackson’s future.
Chelsea have signed forwards Rory Delap and Joao Pedro this summer – and could let Jackson go if a sizeable offer is made.
Manchester United and Newcastle are among clubs to have been linked with the Senegal international striker.
Asked about Jackson at a news conference on Thursday morning, head coach Maresca said: “Nico is okay. When the transfer window is open, unfortunately, or fortunately, anything can happen, so this also involves Nico’s situation at the moment.
“Two new strikers arrived – Joao and Liam – so we’ll see what happens.”
Meanwhile, Blues defender Levi Colwill has picked up an injury in training and could miss the start of the new season.
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