Palmer content at bridge despite rumours

By Martin Graham

Chelsea supervisor Liam Rosenior has dismissed solutions that Cole Palmer is unsettled in west London, insisting the ahead is having fun with his time with the membership.

Tales had emerged claiming the 23-year-old, who was raised in Manchester, has struggled being away from the north of England, with speak additionally linking him to Manchester United.

Palmer, who supported United as a baby earlier than progressing by way of Manchester Metropolis’s youth system, moved to Chelsea in 2023 in a deal price £42.5m.

Coach backs long-term dedication

Any doubts about Palmer’s future had been seemingly addressed final August, when he agreed to a two-year extension that might see him stay at Stamford Bridge till 2033.

Rosenior defined he has spoken commonly with the England worldwide and believes there isn’t a concern concerning his happiness or dedication to the venture.

The top coach confused that Palmer stays central to the membership’s imaginative and prescient, noting that harm setbacks can have an effect on confidence however don’t replicate a decline in potential.

Accidents, frustration and squad updates

Palmer has endured a troublesome marketing campaign bodily, notably whereas coping with a recurring groin downside that has restricted his rhythm.

Consideration elevated after final weekend’s league victory over Brentford, when he confirmed little emotion after changing a penalty and headed straight to the dressing room at full-time.

Rosenior mentioned that response was pushed by private disappointment fairly than dissatisfaction with the membership, including that Palmer shall be monitored in coaching forward of Sunday’s match at Crystal Palace. The coach additionally confirmed deputy goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen is sidelined however might return for Wednesday’s European fixture in Naples, whereas midfielder Dario Essugo faces greater than a month out following a coaching floor accident.

Martin Graham is an MFF sports activities author