Cole Palmer, Chelsea's forward, sustained an injury. Here's the latest on his condition in the Premier League.
Chelsea are gearing up for a busy schedule, with their next fixture against Fulham this Saturday lunchtime, followed by a clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford on September 20. However, the Blues may have to do without youngster Cole Palmer, who picked up an injury during the Club World Cup.
Palmer, who started against Crystal Palace on the opening weekend, was withdrawn from Chelsea's starting line-up on Friday night due to a groin problem. The injury is thought to be minor, and the 21-year-old attacker is currently in the team's training camp in the United States, working on his recovery under the guidance of assistant coach Gary Cotterill.
Palmer has been doing his own work in the pool and gym, as Cotterill revealed, but his availability for the match against Fulham remains uncertain. The Blues will be hoping for a speedy recovery, as Palmer's versatility and energy have been valuable assets to the team.
In better news, Chelsea recently won the Club World Cup this summer, securing their place as the best club team in the world. Their 5-1 victory against Crystal Palace, which saw goals from Joao Pedro, Pedro Neto, Enzo Fernandes, Moises Caicedo, and Trevoh Chalobah, was a testament to their formidable attacking prowess.
Despite the limited pre-season due to the Club World Cup in the United States, Chelsea have shown promising signs of a strong start to the season. However, the injury to Palmer and the upcoming fixtures against Fulham and Manchester United will test their depth and resilience.
If Palmer is unable to feature against Fulham, Estevao is expected to take his place in the squad. The international break following the Fulham match could provide Palmer with the opportunity to recover and potentially be called into action for England.
As the season unfolds, Chelsea will need to navigate injuries and tough fixtures with the same determination and spirit that has seen them claim the Club World Cup title. The upcoming matches against Fulham and Manchester United will be crucial tests for Thomas Tuchel's side, and fans will be eager to see how they respond.
