Cole Palmer impresses Xabi Alonso as he awaits England recall
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:07 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Cole Palmer has made a strong start to the Premier League season with Chelsea, scoring four goals in six matches. Manager Xabi Alonso praised Palmer's performance and suggested there is still more to come from the forward. Alonso believes Palmer's recent form could earn him a spot on the England squad, which will be announced following Chelsea's match against Brentford on Friday. The Blues enter this match with a solid attack but need to improve defensively, having conceded nine goals in four games.
- •Palmer has scored four goals in six matches this season.
- •Alonso sees potential for further development in Palmer.
- •Chelsea's attack is currently one of the strongest in the league.
- •The England squad announcement is set for Friday.
- •Chelsea faces Brentford in a crucial Premier League match.
- 10:07 PMYahoo Sports — Xabi Alonso praises 'special' Cole Palmer as Chelsea star awaits England decision
"Cole Palmer has been in fine form for Chelsea in the Premier League this season, and manager Xabi Alonso believes there is still 'more to come' from the England international
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