Cole Plamer has been Chelsea’s best player since joining from Manchester City, and this week, he was linked with a move away. The Blues manager has now addressed the rumors following concerns raised on social media.
Chelsea Manager Comments on Cole Palmer Exit Rumors
Reports this week suggested that Palmer was ‘homesick’ and considering leaving Chelsea in the summer. The Englishman is said to be a lifelong Red Devils supporter, though he played for the Manchester City academy.
Liam Rosenior spoke to the media on Jan. 23, ahead of their Premier League clash against Crystal Palace, when he was asked about the rumors. Journalists asked the manager for any hints about the 23-year-old’s dissatisfaction at the club, but he was quick to downplay all concerns.
The new manager said he has had several conversations with Palmer, and his star player is happy at Stamford Bridge. He added that the Englishman remains a key part of the club’s plans, and they have no plans to sell him.
“I’ve had numerous conversations with Cole and he seems very, very happy to be here. He is very, very happy to be here. He’s a huge part of our plans in the long term. He’s an outstanding player. Every player goes through difficult moments in their careers in terms of injury.
“I don’t think it’s any reflection on his qualities. He’s an outstanding footballer. But my job and the club’s job is to get him in a place where he can consistently perform at the level that he wants to.”
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Rosenior addressed the non-celebration after the goal against Brentford, saying that the midfielder was not happy with his performance as he was still in pain and there was nothing more to it.
“And there was frustration in the Brentford game, not because he wasn’t happy here, just because he couldn’t perform. He was in pain. He couldn’t perform to the level he wanted to do for the club. He’s a great kid and he’s an outstanding player, but we have to make sure that we look after him in the right way. That’s why I didn’t involve him in the last game.”
Rosenior added that the Englishman is not fully fit and they are managing his minutes. He wants to ensure that his star player is not injured again and that he is available for all matches for the rest of the season.
Palmer has a long-term deal at Chelsea, having signed a two-year extension in 2024. His current deal sees him stay at Stamford Bridge until 2033.
