Chelsea continue to impress under the leadership of their new manager, Enzo Maresca, with star player Cole Palmer carving out a league of his own. The dynamic youngster has been pivotal to Chelsea’s resurgence across all competitions in the 2024/25 season.
Their emphatic 4-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday further solidified their title aspirations. With their ninth win of the English football season, Chelsea now stands firmly in second place, holding a two-point lead over their archrivals, Arsenal.
Palmer has been the standout performer for the Pensioners this season, contributing 11 goals and six assists. His exceptional skills and electrifying pace have drawn widespread acclaim from pundits and football legends alike. The latest to heap praise on the Manchester-born star is Paul Merson, who has bestowed a significant title on Palmer, recognizing his phenomenal form.
Former Arsenal star and England international Paul Merson has heaped praise on Cole Palmer following the youngster’s stellar performance in Chelsea’s 4-2 triumph over Tottenham Hotspur. Merson highlighted Palmer’s gradual emergence as a formidable force, making him a key player for the Blues’ rivals to contend with.
The football pundit went on to describe the 22-year-old prodigy as the “X factor” Chelsea needs to clinch the Premier League title. Merson’s comments underscore the growing influence of Palmer, who continues to elevate his game and play a pivotal role in Chelsea’s impressive campaign.
> “He’s (PALMER) phenomenal, no one really knew much about him when he came from Man City, so it was a free hit for him. But in the last seven months, he’s now the big boy. The name of the game for opposition is to stop Cole Palmer. Teams are trying to stop him – and they can’t do it. That shows you how good he is. He’s too intelligent. He’s always got space. Everybody needs an X-factor to win a Premier League title and Chelsea have it with him.”
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> said [Paul Merson on Sky Sports](https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/13270059/cole-palmer-has-the-x-factor-to-take-chelsea-to-the-premier-league-title-says-paul-merson)
It is worth noting that Cole Palmer was considered an impressive yet relatively ordinary talent during his time at boyhood club Manchester City. However, his remarkable development since joining Chelsea for £40 million in September last year speaks volumes about his character and determination.
While it remains uncertain whether Chelsea can claim the Premier League title this season, one thing is clear: Palmer’s exceptional performances have drawn significant attention. His stellar gameplay has firmly established him as one of the league’s most exciting young talents.