Palmer, Chelsea and England
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Chelsea playmaker Cole Palmer put on a remarkable display as the Blues beat Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 to clinch the FIFA Club World Cup title.The 23-year-old scored two sublime goals and assisted Joao
After playing a pivotal role in Chelsea’s Club World Cup triumph, Cole Palmer has used his time off to reconnect with his heritage as he travelled to the island of St Kitts in the Caribbean. The island is the birthplace of his grandfather,
Despite Cole Palmer 's stellar performances for Chelsea last season, the two Confederations Cups, his direct contribution to the FIFA Club World Cup win over Paris Saint-Germain, and his direct nomination for the Ballon d'Or, the Englishman has failed to convince everyone of what he has to offer.
The Chelsea player was born in Manchester but his father hails from the Caribbean island of Saint Kitts and Nevis.
No matter the set-up or opposition, Palmer should have a starting spot in this England side, especially at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He links the midfield to attack seamlessly, and his defensive work is underrated. The 2023/24 England Men’s Player of the Year must play a central role if the Three Lions are to contend in 2026.