September 16th 2024.
Former Arsenal and England football player Paul Merson recently shared his thoughts on the possibility of Chelsea selling their star player Cole Palmer to Manchester United, following another pundit's prediction of a potential move. Palmer, who joined Chelsea for a whopping £40 million from Manchester City last year, has proven to be a key player for the team, scoring an impressive 25 goals in his first season with the club.
At just 22 years old, Palmer has quickly become one of Chelsea's most successful transfer signings, winning awards such as Premier League Young Player of the Season and PFA Fans' Player of the Year. His outstanding performance on the field even earned him a spot on the England squad for Euro 2024, and he recently signed a new nine-year contract with Chelsea, which could keep him at the club until 2033.
However, Merson believes that even with such a lengthy contract, Chelsea may still be tempted to sell Palmer if a lucrative offer comes their way. He draws a comparison to Chelsea's striker Nicolas Jackson, who could also potentially be sold if he has a standout season and a big bid is made for him.
Despite reports of tension within the club's board, Merson suggests that the focus for Chelsea should be on improving their results on the field rather than worrying about potential transfers. He acknowledges that there may be a plan in place, but it is not clear to him at the moment.
Meanwhile, Palmer has continued his impressive form into the 2024-25 season, scoring one goal and making four assists in just four Premier League games so far. This has caught the attention of Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher, who believes Manchester United should keep an eye on the young star and potentially make a move for him if Chelsea's season does not go as planned.
Carragher's prediction sparked some discussion, with Merson also chiming in and agreeing that a move to United for Palmer could be a possibility in the future. However, he also notes that Chelsea would likely only sell for a significantly high price, given Palmer's potential to become a £100 million player.
Despite a tough start to the season, with a loss to Manchester City in the opening weekend, Chelsea has since bounced back with seven points from three games, currently sitting in eighth place in the Premier League table. Their recent victory over Bournemouth, thanks to a late goal from Christopher Nkunku, has boosted morale within the team. They will face off against West Ham in their next match, a London derby that is sure to be a thrilling encounter.
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