Chelsea ‘hike’ Palmer’s ‘valuation’ amid Liverpool, Arsenal interest as two reasons for Man City sale emerge

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Published on 2024-04-19 17:20:22

Reports indicate that Chelsea has decided to raise Cole Palmer’s asking price due to interest from Premier League rivals Arsenal and Liverpool. Palmer’s move from Man City to Chelsea last summer was unexpected, with Chelsea securing his services in a deal worth around £42m. Despite a challenging season for Chelsea, Palmer has stood out as a top signing, making a strong case for Player of the Year in the Premier League with 20 goals and nine assists in 27 appearances.

Palmer’s impressive form has caught the attention of Arsenal and Liverpool, prompting Chelsea to potentially consider a sale to address Financial Fair Play concerns. According to Football Insider, Chelsea has set a valuation of between £80-100m for Palmer, influenced by the inflated fees paid for players like Declan Rice and Jack Grealish.

Despite the interest, Chelsea is not expected to part ways with Palmer this summer, as they face Man City in the FA Cup semi-finals. Guardiola’s decision to sell Palmer was reportedly influenced by the player’s personality and fit within the team structure. Guardiola acknowledged Palmer’s talent but indicated that the player had expressed a desire to leave for two seasons before his departure was finalized.

Guardiola described Palmer as an exceptional player with potential, acknowledging that Chelsea is providing him with the opportunities he sought. Despite initially wanting him to stay, Guardiola respected Palmer’s wish to leave and accepted the decision. The focus now shifts to the upcoming clash between Chelsea and Man City, where Palmer’s absence will be felt as both teams aim for a spot in the FA Cup final.

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