Is Cole Palmer the Next Zidane? Chelsea Star's Huge Potential!
Chelsea's Cole Palmer is drawing comparisons to football legend Zinedine Zidane, with former Blues star William Gallas highlighting the midfielder's importance to the team. Gallas believes Palmer's influence on Chelsea mirrors Zidane's impact on the French national team.
Palmer enjoyed a stellar debut season at Stamford Bridge, racking up goals and earning the PFA Young Player of the Year award. While his goal tally dipped slightly in the following season, he remained a key player, contributing to Chelsea's Champions League qualification and Conference League triumph. He's now been entrusted with the iconic No.10 shirt.
Gallas emphasized the need to protect Palmer, acknowledging that even the most talented players need rest. "Enzo Maresca knows exactly what to do with Cole Palmer, he knows it better than anyone. I think there will be a moment in which Palmer is rested, it’s been a long season and in these conditions it’s far from easy, he is only human," Gallas stated. He further added that Palmer is the Maestro of the team and needs to be protected at all costs, because he is irreplaceable.
Why is Palmer so Important?
Gallas draws a parallel between Palmer's role at Chelsea and Zidane's at France, highlighting his ability to make a difference on the pitch. He emphasizes that Chelsea's success now heavily relies on Palmer's creative spark and overall performance. The Club’s fans now expect to see more of him in the coming seasons, so he can take the team where they want.
With the Premier League season approaching, managing Palmer's workload will be crucial for Chelsea's success. The club aims to ensure he remains fresh and ready to contribute throughout the demanding campaign.
The Future of Chelsea
Cole Palmer's rise has been meteoric and he is now considered as Chelsea’s most important player. His transition from Manchester City has been impressive and he is now the main man for the Blues. He has also broken into the England national team, where he hopes to make a name for himself. Palmer also mentioned that his target is to win titles with the club and become a key player for Chelsea for many years to come.