According to Joe Cole, the 21-year-old Cole Palmer, who joined Chelsea from Manchester City in the summer of 2023, is an exceptional talent. Cole was impressed by Palmer’s performance during Chelsea’s match against Fulham, where Palmer scored the only goal of the game from the penalty spot. Cole also praised Palmer’s versatility, as he can play as an attacking midfielder, winger, or centre-forward. Palmer has been one of Chelsea’s best players this season, scoring nine goals and providing four assists in 13 starts and four substitute appearances. Gary Lineker and Sam Allardyce have also been impressed by Palmer’s performances this season.
Palmer is known for his versatility on the field, capable of playing as an attacking midfielder or winger, and even as a centre-forward during this campaign. At just 21 years old, he has been one of the standout players for Chelsea, a former champion of both the Premier League and UEFA Champions League.
Throughout the season, Palmer has made 13 starts and four substitute appearances in the Premier League for Chelsea, scoring nine goals and providing four assists in those games. His impressive performances have caught the attention of Gary Lineker and led Sam Allardyce to question Manchester City’s decision to sell him.