Nicolas Jackson is a player in red-hot form.
At 21, he is beginning to show why Premier League teams like Bournemouth and Tottenham are taking a serious interest in the Senegalese striker.
A dynamic and confident player, he has been the focal point of Villarreal’s attack in recent months and a big reason behind their good form and fight for a spot in UEFA Europa League next year.
This tactical analysis will be a scout report examining how Quique Setién has deployed Nico Jackson in his team and what qualities Jackson brings to the Yellow Submarine.
It will also analyse how Jackson fits in Setiéns tactics this season.
Nicolas Jackson position under Quique Setién Tactics
Jackson has been in stellar form in his recent games, registering 6 of his 9 La Liga goals in four games for Villarreal in La Liga.
Under Setién, he plays as a striker in a 4-3-3 formation when the team has the ball.


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