Liam Delap and Nicolas Jackson train separately from Chelsea's first team

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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Liam Delap and Nicolas Jackson train separately from Chelsea's first team
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Liam Delap and Nicolas Jackson are training apart from Chelsea's first-team squad, as reported by the Telegraph. Both players continue to use the first-team facilities while training alongside manager Xabi Alonso's main group. Chelsea is focused on player sales following several summer signings. Delap, who transferred for £30 million last year, is underperforming with only two goals in 41 appearances. Jackson is also seeking to remain in London, but Chelsea is demanding £65 million for a potential sale. Interest from Aston Villa has been noted, but the asking price may hinder negotiations.

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  • Delap and Jackson train separately from Chelsea's first-team squad.
  • Both players remain on-site with the first team.
  • Chelsea is prioritizing player sales this summer.
  • Delap scored only two goals last season after his transfer.
  • Chelsea values Jackson at £65 million amid interest from Aston Villa.
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  • 4:54 PMYahoo SportsLiam Delap and Nicolas Jackson among 12 Chelsea players training separately
  • 4:00 PMYahoo SportsLiam Delap and Nicolas Jackson among Chelsea players training separately from first team
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Liam Delap and Nicolas Jackson are among the Chelsea players who are training separately from the first-team squad, per the Telegraph. However, they are still training at the same time as manager Xab...

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Up to 12 Chelsea players, including Nicolas Jackson, Liam Delap and Mykhailo Mudryk, are training away from Xabi Alonso's first-team squad ahead of the Premier League opener against Fulham

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