November 4th 2024.
Former England player and manager Glenn Hoddle has high praise for current Chelsea and England midfielder Cole Palmer, stating that he has the potential to become a "superstar" and even surpass his former teammate Phil Foden of Manchester City.
Palmer and Foden were teammates at Man City before Palmer made a move to Stamford Bridge in 2023 for a whopping £40 million. Many were surprised by Man City's decision to sell Palmer, especially with Foden's success in the Premier League and being named Player of the Year. However, Palmer's remarkable form at Chelsea has proven that he is a force to be reckoned with.
In just 15 months, the 22-year-old has scored 29 goals in 43 league games and has made more assists than any other player. He has also become a regular for the England national team, even scoring a goal in the Euro 2024 final against Spain. On the other hand, Foden's performance in the Euros was underwhelming, despite calls for him to be the focal point of England's team.
When asked about which player should be the cornerstone for England's team in the 2026 World Cup, Hoddle expressed his admiration for Foden's talent but also highlighted Palmer's potential to surpass him. "I think Foden is a special talent, but the question is whether he can replicate his City form in an England shirt. Cole Palmer looks unbelievable. He has the potential to become a superstar and even surpass Foden in many ways."
However, Hoddle also acknowledges the challenges Palmer will face in his career, such as injuries and dips in form. "The journey he will take will have its ups and downs, but if he can continue to perform like this, he has the potential to be a superstar."
In recent years, England has come close to winning major tournaments under manager Gareth Southgate, but have fallen short. Last month, German coach Thomas Tuchel was appointed as Southgate's replacement, causing some controversy due to his nationality. But Hoddle, who has played for and managed England, believes that the Three Lions are in good hands with Tuchel.
"I've spent some time with Tuchel and done interviews with him. Look at what he did at Chelsea. He won them the Champions League and should still be there now. I'm happy with him joining England. It's about putting the best jockey on the horse, and Tuchel is currently the second-best jockey."
Hoddle also addresses the issue of foreign managers in the Premier League, stating that it is not a concern as long as they are the best for the job. "If you look at all the top teams in the Champions League, they are owned by foreign owners who are not worried about England, but about their clubs. We need to give English managers more opportunities at the top level to see if they can match the likes of Tuchel and Pep."
In conclusion, Hoddle believes that Palmer has the potential to become a superstar and surpass his former teammate Foden, while also expressing his confidence in Tuchel as the new England manager. He also addresses the issue of foreign managers in the Premier League, stating that it is not a concern as long as they are the best for the job.
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