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Cole Palmer absolutely furious with Nicolas Jackson during Sheffield United clash

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Cole Palmer’s frustration erupts in Chelsea’s clash against Sheffield United

Cole Palmer, Chelsea’s midfield star, caught in rage during today’s match against Sheffield United, when emotions spilled over on the field. The popular player found himself at conflict with colleague Nicolas Jackson, whose performance left Palmer visibly furious.

Palmer’s displeasure was evident throughout the first half. With Chelsea’s possession domination, they struggled to capitalize, with Jackson’s inconsistent play drawing Palmer’s ire. The tension ended when Sheffield United’s Jayden Bogle equalized, increasing Chelsea’s dissatisfaction.

Observers pointed out Palmer’s obvious displeasure with Jackson’s ball control, as the £30 million striker failed to make the most on enticing openings.

Palmer, whose rise to fame for Chelsea has been spectacular, did not mince words while expressing his displeasure, repeatedly raising his arms in frustration.

Jackson’s inconsistency has been a sign of Chelsea’s rollercoaster season, reflecting the club’s highs and lows. While Jackson is capable of brilliance, his erratic play frequently irritates fans and teammates alike, as Palmer’s outburst proved.

Palmer’s standards as Chelsea’s linchpin are sky-high, and his enthusiastic reaction reflects the degree of performance he expects from himself and his teammates. The incident displays Palmer’s relentless devotion to excellence and his critical role in propelling Chelsea forward.

In the aftermath of today’s clash, questions linger over Chelsea’s ability to maintain consistency in their pursuit of success, with Palmer’s frustration serving as a poignant reminder of the team’s imperfections.

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Chelsea ‘lack solidity’ according to Mauricio Pochettino following Sheffield United draw

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Chelsea 'lack solidity' according to Mauricio Pochettino following Sheffield United draw
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Pochettino’s side is now on a seven-match unbeaten streak in the Premier League.

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino was not impressed with his squad’s performance against Sheffield United. He feels that his players are struggling to find a balance between defence and attack.

The West London club were playing against Sheffield United and they failed to replicate their previous Man United show. They scored two goals in the final minutes to beat Man United 4-3.

Chelsea were going ahead in the game with the help of the strokes from Thiago Silva and Noni Madueke. Oli McBurnie spoled the party and scored the equaliser in the 93rd minute.

Chelsea are now on a seven-match unbeaten streak in the Premier League with 12 points to their name but they are without a clean sheet in nine fixtures. Pochettino’s men have conceded at least twice in the most recent five matches.

While talking to reporters, as quoted by football.london, the Argentine said: “Very frustrating because we conceded in the first-half after we scored. Then you concede in the last few minutes, you always feel very disappointed and frustrated.

“I want to say the draw is a fair result. Even if we control and have possession, we didn’t create enough. We didn’t show the capacity to be solid and be strong. That is the painful situation.”

He added: “The first part of the season we were a little bit more solid but were not creating as much. Now we are scoring much but conceding more. It’s difficult to find the balance. We tried adapting the situation with different players and different situations on the pitch.

“The team is not showing in the last few months the capacity to be solid. We score goals but we are conceding and that is why they punish us.”

Chelsea are now sitting at ninth position in the Premier League standings, five points behind of sixth-placed Manchester United with a game in hand.

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TalkSPORT pundit now claims he would pick West Ham’s Jarred Bowen over Cole Palmer

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TalkSPORT Pundit prefers Jarrod Bowen over Cole Palmer

TalkSPORT pundit Dean Saunders has stirred up controversy by asserting his preference for West Ham United’s Jarrod Bowen over Chelsea’s Cole Palmer.

Despite Palmer’s sensational season, including a recent hat-trick against Manchester United, Saunders remains steadfast in his choice of Bowen for any team.

Dean Saunders said: “He is a really good footballer, he sees a pass, he is silky on the ball and he sees chances and he sees goals. But I can’t put him ahead of Saka or Foden. I bet I’ve left a few out there.

“Bowen! Would you put Bowen in the team? I’d put Bowen in ahead of Cole Palmer in any team! I like Bowen.”

Bowen, who has amassed 15 goals and five assists in the Premier League this season, presents a compelling case with stats mirroring Palmer’s impressive tally.

Moreover, the 27-year-old boasts a more extensive track record at the senior level compared to Palmer, who is still relatively new to consistent top-flight action.

Saunders’s endorsement of Bowen over Palmer adds to the ongoing discussion surrounding England’s abundance of attacking talent, particularly ahead of Euro 2024.

While Palmer’s recent form for Chelsea has been nothing short of remarkable, including crucial performances in high-stakes matches, Saunders emphasizes Bowen’s established presence and consistent contributions for West Ham.

As the debate rages on, all eyes turn to Gareth Southgate, tasked with making the tough decision between two standout talents for the national team.

With Palmer’s meteoric rise and Bowen’s proven reliability, Southgate faces a compelling dilemma that could shape England’s attacking strategy for the foreseeable future.

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Ferdinand and Cole agree Cole Palmer is Premier League signing of the season

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Palmer’s stellar debut season leaves pundits in awe

In a rare moment of punditry unity, football legends Joe Cole and Rio Ferdinand have found common ground in singling out Chelsea’s rising star, Cole Palmer, as the standout signing of the Premier League season.

Palmer, the 21-year-old prodigy who made the leap from Manchester City to Chelsea in a £42.5 million move last summer, has been nothing short of sensational in his debut season at Stamford Bridge.

Despite the challenges of a tumultuous campaign, Palmer has emerged as a beacon of promise for the Blues, showcasing his immense talent in every match.

In a recent TNT Sports broadcast, Cole and Ferdinand, sharing the punditry spotlight, didn’t mince their words when it came to praising Palmer’s impact on the league.

“I said it after the game in the height of excitement and I’m sober today and I still think it, I think so,” Cole told TNT Sports when asked if he thinks Palmer is the best signing by a Premier League team this season.

“I can’t see an argument against, for the money Chelsea paid for him and the age he’s at and what he’s done for Chelsea. I shudder to think where Chelsea would be if Cole Palmer hadn’t put pen to paper.

“He’s been that good, he really has. There have been three or four or five players at the club that I think have done well this year, but he’s been outstanding. He really has.”

Following Chelsea’s thrilling 4-3 victory over Manchester United, where Palmer bagged a remarkable hat-trick, the duo were quick to laud his contributions.

“Yeah, I think he [Palmer] has to be,” said Ferdinand said. “[Alexis] Mac Allister has put in a case towards now. He scored a great goal the other day.

“At the business end of the season, he has come to the fore. But I think if you look at the numbers this kid [Palmer] has put up, he’s a young boy as well.

“The biggest compliment I can give him is that Cole Palmer seems like the kid who will go anywhere in the world, in the biggest stadiums in the world, and it will feel to him like he’s just going down to the goals in his local area with his mates.

“He scored a hat-trick the other day. After the game, me and him [Cole] are standing there going, ‘How is he so calm?’. It’s unreal.”

Cole, speaking passionately about Palmer’s rise, hailed the youngster’s remarkable journey, while Ferdinand echoed the sentiment, highlighting Palmer’s consistency and undeniable talent.

With both pundits in unanimous agreement, it’s clear that Palmer’s meteoric rise has captured the attention and admiration of even the most discerning football aficionados.

As the season unfolds, all eyes will undoubtedly remain fixed on the extraordinary talent that is Cole Palmer.

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Chelsea receive boost in their pursuit of Palmeiras starlet Estevao Willian

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Chelsea receive boost in their pursuit of Palmeiras starlet Estevao Willian

Estevao Willian’s contract with Palmeiras will expire in the summer of 2026.

Chelsea have received a boost in their pursuit of Palmeiras starlet Estevao Willian. The 16-year-old is regarded as one of the brightest prospects in South America. He has made only six senior appearances for Palmeiras.

He made his debut in July last year and has since made five substitute appearances in 2024. He has also dropped back down the Under-20s side where he scored four goals and provided two assists in five games.

Estevao Willian also took part in the 2023 Under-17s World Cup for Brazil where he netted three goals and three assists in five games.

As per reports, Barcelona were also eyeing a summer move for him but they pulled out as they believed that it could hinder the development of Lamine Yamal.

Chelsea and PSG are now in the race to sign the teenager. His contract with Palmeiras will expire in the summer of 2026. They have to fork out at least €60m. 70% of the transfer fee goes directly to Palmeiras, and 30% is taken by the player’s entourage.

Estevao will turn 18 in April next year and he could follow in the footsteps of Endrick in moving to Europe.

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Cole Palmer shares what Pochettino told Chelsea players just before winning goal vs Man Utd

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Cole Palmer reveals Pochettino’s crucial message before winning goal against Man Utd

Cole Palmer emerged as the hero of a spectacular match between Chelsea and Manchester United, hitting a sensational hat-trick to cement his place in Premier League history.

However, it wasn’t just his striking prowess that stole the show. The young prodigy provided a critical tactical insight from manager Mauricio Pochettino, which pushed Chelsea to a thrilling win.

In a post-match interview with BBC Sport, Palmer revealed that Pochettino gave the team a strategic message shortly before the winning goal was scored in the 101st minute.

He said: “Crazy game. When we scored in the 98th minute I thought let’s go for it. Madness.

“I didn’t know what to do. I was running round when I scored. A hat-trick is a hat-trick. It was my first one, I’m really happy about it.

“I had a few penalties this season. I’m just going to continue to try to score them. If I get penalties, I’m going to try to score, I’m not going to try to miss.

“When we scored he [Pochettino] said two minutes, come on. He’s always trying to drive us on. We went for it and thankfully we scored.

“It’s a big winner. It’s a massive momentum booster. It puts everyone in a good mood. Hopefully we can kick on.”

This important signal from the manager inspired a rush of resolve in the Chelsea squad, eventually contributing to Palmer’s decisive goal.

With Chelsea’s early 2-0 advantage, the match took an unexpected turn as Manchester United fought back, laying the stage for a nail-biting finish.

Palmer’s heroics not only gave a memorable win for Chelsea, but also relieved some of the strain on Pochettino, who had been under intense criticism coming up to the match.

However, Palmer’s openness, indicates areas of concern for Chelsea, especially their defensive vulnerabilities in the closing minutes of the match.

With another match against Sheffield United coming up, Pochettino is likely to concentrate on resolving these weaknesses and fine-tuning the team’s performance for future difficulties.

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Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino feels his side deserved to win

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Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino feels his side deserved to win

Pochettino’s side secured crucial three points against Man United.

Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino is pumped after a solid comeback win over Manchester United. He has insisted that the Blues were deserved 4-3 winners on last night.

Ahead of the game, Pochettino had described the fixture as a must-win if Chelsea want to retain genuine hope of qualifying for Europe next season.

Conor Gallagher and Cole Palmer started the game in solid style to put Chelsea ahead in the first 19 minutes. Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno equalised it just before the first-half break.

Man United scored one more goal in the second half and they were ahead in the game going into the extra time but Palmer initially equalised from the spot after Diogo Dalot had hauled down Noni Madueke inside the penalty area.

Pochettino told reporters: “It was amazing because we deserved it. We were the better team and it was fair to score in the last minute.

“We started the game really well and the game was under control. We then made a mistake which had an emotional impact and it wasn’t easy to deal with this. In the second-half, we controlled the game and then conceded in transition.

“If you analyse the game, fair result. An important, in the end, to finish in the way we finished – creating the connection between the fans and the players.”

The Argentine added, as quoted by football.london: “Passion is not to be a crazy guy doing stupid things on the touchline. I’m not like this. The team needs to show passion when it’s 11 players on the pitch, running and desperate to get the ball back and score goals.

“I need to be calm, very clinical and analytic to help them in every aspect of the game. At the end of the game, of course show your passion like I did. But it’s not a circus where you need a clown to do something on the touchline.”

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Chelsea want to sign £80m midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni from Real Madrid

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Chelsea have joined the race to sign Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni
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Chelsea eyes £80 million Real Madrid Midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni

Real Madrid’s master defensive midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni is among the targets of an amazing summer transfer window raid that Chelsea Football Club is reportedly planning, according to Fichajes.

Chelsea wants to strengthen their midfield, as seen by their interest in £80 million-rated star Tchouameni, given his inconsistent performances this season.

Amid rumors about Tchouameni’s future at Real Madrid, Chelsea appears eager to take advantage of any chance to get the highly sought-after French midfield player.

Chelsea may want to move Conor Gallagher to create a spot for Tchouameni in the event of a midfield restructuring at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea is still looking for elite players, with hints of financial restraints brought on by the possibility of breaking Financial Fair Play rules.

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez appears to view Tchouameni as an essential component of the team’s future plans, along with other shining midfield prospects, amid Chelsea’s attractiveness.

The prospect of Tchouameni leaving the Santiago Bernabéu might not fit with Perez’s plan, particularly since the club may be losing experienced midfield players like Toni Kroos and Luka Modric.

Along with up-and-coming players like Jude Bellingham and Eduardo Camavinga, Tchouameni is an essential investment for Real Madrid’s future, which underlines why the team is unwilling to consider bids for the French midfielder.

As the summer transfer window approaches, Chelsea’s pursuit of Aurelien Tchouameni underscores their ambition to reinforce their squad with top-quality talent.

However, whether a deal materializes hinges on negotiations between the two clubs and Real Madrid’s steadfast commitment to retaining their prized midfield asset.

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Chelsea goalkeeper left disappointed in his efforts to sign for Madrid permanently

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Chelsea goalkeeper left disappointed in his efforts to sign for Madrid permanently

Kepa Arrizabalaga will now return to Chelsea after losing place to Lunin in Madrid.

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga is currently on loan at Real Madrid. He has been left disappointed in his efforts to sign for Real Madrid permanently.

The former Athletic Bilbao man moved to the Spanish capital in last summer’s transfer window. Madrid got him due to the long-term injury of first-choice goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois.

Kepa started the season as first-choice goalkeeper and he played in four of their six Champions League group games. His adductor injury ruled him out for a couple of weeks and he has lost his place in the team to Andriy Lunin.

Lunin is likely to play as the main goalkeeper in the UCL quarter-final with Manchester City. Kepa could potentially end his time at the Bernabeu at the end of the season.

As per the transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Kepa will not be staying at Real Madrid beyond the end of the season. He will now return to Chelsea.

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Barcelona set to rival Chelsea for Palmeiras winger Estevao Willian this summer

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Barcelona set to rival Chelsea for Palmeiras winger Estevao Willian this summer
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Estevao Willian’s current contract will expire in the summer of 2026.

As per the fresh report of the Daily Mirror, Barcelona are set to rival Chelsea for Palmeiras winger Estevao Willian this summer. It has been added that Barcelona are open to hijacking the deal.

The young gun has been outstanding at the youth ranks of Palmeiras. The 16-year-old has already appeared in seven senior matches for the Brazilian outfit. He is a superstar and another big talent from Brazil. Some say he is better than Endrick, Vinicius Jr, and Neymar.

Barcelona should get him considering his form. He is a vital player for Palmeiras. His current contract will expire in the summer of 2026. It won’t be easy for Barca to sign him on a cut-price deal.

Estevao can shoot the ball with venom from long range and can make a few driving runs with the ball out on the flanks. The 16-year-old would be an ideal candidate for Chelsea considering Barcelona’s financial conditions.

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