Chelsea boss Maresca gives concerning update on Palmer injury

Chelsea supervisor Enzo Maresca delivered a worrying replace on Cole Palmer after the playmaker’s late withdrawal from the workforce’s 5-1 victory over West Ham United on Friday.

‘Not Very Good’ – Maresca Reveals Concern Over Cole Palmer Harm

Palmer was pressured to drop out through the warm-up on the London Stadium after feeling an issue in his groin.

This setback follows an analogous concern he carried into Chelsea’s opening Premier League match in opposition to Crystal Palace.

Talking after the match, Maresca revealed the England worldwide has been struggling for a number of days.

“Cole within the final 4 or 5 days was not 100%,” the Italian mentioned.

“He tried the warm-up however he felt one thing. We most well-liked to not take any dangers.”

Maresca admitted the scenario “was not superb” and confirmed the membership should now assess the severity of the issue.

He additionally praised Palmer’s dedication, noting the participant “was not 100% however he tried to make a giant effort for the membership, the followers and the workforce” within the earlier sport.

Whereas Palmer’s absence is a big blow, his substitute, Brazilian teenager Estevao Willian, impressed by offering an help within the dominant win.

Moreover, the brand new attacking partnership of summer season signings Joao Pedro and Liam Delap confirmed promise, providing a optimistic signal for Chelsea’s assault as they await information on their key man’s health.