Nicolas Jackson Reacts as Robert Sanchez Wins Club World Cup Golden Glove Amid Chelsea Goalkeeper Transfer
Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson has publicly shown support for teammate Robert Sanchez after the goalkeeper was awarded the Golden Glove for his performances in the 2025 Club World Cup, a tournament the Blues won with a commanding 3-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the final.
Chelsea’s goalkeeping position has been under scrutiny for several seasons, with inconsistencies and errors plaguing the club’s efforts to settle on a reliable No.1. Sanchez, who joined from Brighton last summer, has been at the heart of that debate — and not always for the right reasons.
Sanchez Seals Redemption with Golden Glove
Sanchez endured a tough domestic campaign, leading the Premier League with five errors directly leading to goals. At one point, Chelsea even explored a potential move for AC Milan’s Mike Maignan, but negotiations fell through ahead of the Club World Cup in the U.S.
Enzo Maresca ultimately stuck with the 27-year-old, and that faith paid off. Despite a nervy moment in the semi-final against Fluminense — where Marc Cucurella’s goal-line clearance spared Sanchez’s blushes — the Spaniard was immense in the final, making six saves against PSG.
His commanding presence and crucial interventions earned him the CWC Golden Glove, awarded to the tournament’s best goalkeeper.
Nicolas Jackson Shows Support
Chelsea announced Sanchez’s award with a celebratory Instagram post — and Nicolas Jackson was quick to like the post, showing his support for the under-fire keeper.
It’s a subtle but meaningful gesture from the Senegalese forward, whose own Chelsea future is currently under speculation, as the club consider offers for their attacking options after the sale of Noni Madueke to Arsenal.
Sanchez Secures His Place – For Now
With Maresca aiming to solidify his squad heading into the new Premier League season, Sanchez’s performances in the U.S. — especially in the final — may have bought him a second chance to make the No.1 shirt his own.
Chelsea may still pursue a new goalkeeper in the transfer market, but as it stands, Robert Sanchez has reclaimed his place between the posts — and earned the respect of teammates like Jackson along the way.
Nicolas Jackson Reacts as Robert Sanchez Wins Club World Cup Golden Glove Amid Chelsea Goalkeeper Transfer
