Latest Update on Cole Palmer: Chelsea Star Ruled Out, Recovery Progressing Well
Chelsea have confirmed that Cole Palmer will not be available for their upcoming fixtures as he continues his recovery from a fractured toe, an injury he suffered recently while already rehabilitating from a groin problem.
🔵 Palmer Out of Barcelona & Arsenal Games
Head coach Enzo Maresca announced that Palmer will miss:
The UEFA Champions League clash vs Barcelona
The Premier League showdown vs Arsenal
Maresca revealed that although the England international has returned to light training, the club is taking a cautious approach to avoid any setbacks.
🩺 Recovery Update
Palmer has resumed light ball work on the pitch.
He is training with a protective boot to manage the toe injury.
The club medical staff are pleased with his progress so far.
According to Maresca, the coaching and medical teams remain optimistic:
> “We don’t know the exact date, but for sure it will be soon. The feeling is good.”
📅 Expected Return Timeline
Chelsea are hopeful that Palmer could return to action in early December, depending on how quickly the toe heals. The club wants him fully fit before allowing him to feature in competitive matches.
⚽ Impact on Chelsea
Palmer’s absence is a major setback considering:
His creativity,
His goal contribution, and
His growing role as one of Chelsea’s most influential attackers.
The Blues will rely on their squad depth as they face a critical run of fixtures without their star man.
