Cole Palmer Injury Causes Serious Concern at Chelsea
Chelsea are growing increasingly worried about Cole Palmer’s fitness after a nagging groin problem resurfaced, prompting fears that it might become a chronic issue.
Setback After Promising Return
Palmer, who first developed the issue during pre-season, had shown signs of recovery — even scoring for Chelsea in matches against Brentford and Bayern Munich. But during the recent loss to Manchester United, he was forced off after just 21 minutes, triggering fears of a relapse.
The club have since confirmed he will be sidelined until after the October international break as they try to manage the injury carefully. Surgery is not believed to be necessary at this time.
Worries From England’s Manager
England manager Thomas Tuchel (not to be confused with the Chelsea coaches) has expressed real alarm about the situation, pointing out that groin injuries are notoriously risky when they keep recurring. He revealed that Palmer had been omitted from England’s squad this month because of these concerns.
Tuchel referred to the issue as “chronic” and said it was unlikely that Palmer would be picked for the next England squad if the problem continues. Some of his language has raised eyebrows among pundits: the suggestion that Palmer might miss future Chelsea games too has added to the sense of uncertainty.
Inside Chelsea’s Plans
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca and medical staff are sticking to a conservative recovery plan. They’re hoping that a period of rest (about two to three weeks) will help Palmer recover fully. The club insists they are monitoring the problem carefully and that they’ll adjust if the injury doesn’t improve.
Still, supporters and pundits are watching closely. If the groin issue becomes persistent, it could jeopardize not only Palmer’s season but also his future with both Chelsea and England.