Chelsea Deems Cole Palmer ‘Untouchable’ Amid Man Utd Transfer Rumors
Chelsea Football Club has declared Cole Palmer “untouchable” amid transfer speculation, particularly involving Manchester United. The England international joined Chelsea from Manchester City in a £40 million deal in 2023 and is a key part of the club’s plans, with his contract extending until 2033.
Cole Palmer’s Current Status
Recent reports suggested Palmer was feeling unsettled in London and may be open to a move north. However, head coach Liam Rosenior firmly stated that Palmer is happy at Stamford Bridge. He emphasized Palmer’s importance to the team and his commitment to improving as a player.
Rosenior clarified, “We’ve discussed how to make the team better and how I can help him. Cole loves being here and wants to be a Chelsea player.” He dismissed speculation about Palmer’s departure as unfounded and unrealistic.
Recent Performance and Injuries
This season, Palmer has faced challenges due to injuries affecting his groin, toe, and thigh, causing him to miss recent matches, including a victory against Crystal Palace. Despite these struggles, Palmer has scored four goals in 12 Premier League appearances this season. In the previous season, he netted 15 goals and provided 11 assists in 46 league matches.
- Goals scored in the current Premier League season: 4
- Previous season’s goals: 15
- Assists in the previous season: 11
- Total league appearances for Chelsea: 81
- Total goals scored for Chelsea: 41
- Total assists for Chelsea: 20
Transfer Activity and Prospects
Chelsea is actively engaged in the transfer market. The club is in discussions to acquire defender Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes, who has expressed a preference for moving to Chelsea. However, complications remain as Rennes desires to retain him until summer amidst interest from other clubs.
Additionally, Axel Disasi is likely to depart Chelsea before the January transfer window ends, with various clubs showing interest in him. There are also ongoing discussions regarding Raheem Sterling’s status at the club. Sterling has not appeared for Chelsea since May 2024 and could be nearing a resolution with the club.
Goalkeeper Situation
Meanwhile, Chelsea’s second-choice goalkeeper, Filip Jorgensen, is expected to remain at the club despite interest from clubs in England, Germany, and Turkey. Jorgensen, who has been essential in previous competitions, has faced injury setbacks this season, limiting his appearances.
As the transfer window approaches its conclusion, Chelsea’s management continues to evaluate player performance and potential transfers, keeping the future of stars like Cole Palmer and others closely monitored.
