Chelsea players including Cole Palmer benefit from extended midseason break

Chelsea players, including Cole Palmer, have experienced an extended midseason break as they prepare to return to action. Some players had nine days off, a rare occurrence in modern soccer, while others, like Palmer, are following specific training plans including physiotherapy. Chelsea is set to face Portsmouth in a friendly this weekend as part of their preparations for the upcoming Premier League fixtures. The unusual break has raised questions about how the team will perform upon their return.

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