Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has revealed that talisman had a groin downside because the Blues warmed as much as face West Ham United within the derby yesterday.
Maresca additionally revealed that the Chelsea no. 10 had not been at full power coming into the sport, however determined to soldier on for the West London outfit.
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Following Chelsea’s 5-1 win over West Ham, which briefly despatched the Blues to the highest of the Premier League desk, Maresca delivered a worrying replace on Palmer.
Maresca stated (through ), Cole, within the final 4 or 5 days, was not 100%. He tried the warm-up, however he felt one thing.
“We most popular to not take any dangers. We’ll see if it’s one thing necessary or not.”
Requested what the difficulty was, the Italian tactician stated, “Groin. Within the Palace recreation, he was not 100%, however he tried to make a giant effort for the membership, the followers and the group.
“He tried tonight, however it was not excellent.”
The groin downside might clarify Palmer’s subdued efficiency in opposition to Palace within the Premier League opener at Stamford Bridge. He had a surprisingly quiet outing.
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Nonetheless, Chelsea managed with out him versus West Ham. His alternative, Estevao Willian, grew to become the youngest participant to offer a Premier League help for the Blues.
Now, Chelsea are sweating on Palmer’s health, hoping to have him again for the conflict with Fulham on Saturday earlier than the primary worldwide break.
If Palmer stays injured, Joao Pedro confirmed he can ship the products within the attacking midfield position after a terrific efficiency in that place versus West Ham.
He scored the equaliser to convey Chelsea again within the recreation and offered two assists for Pedro Neto and Trevoh Chalobah, to proceed his high-quality begin to life on the membership.
The Blues are additionally near signing Xavi Simons, who might be part of earlier than the sport and have within the place.