“We rely on Cole for everything.” — Enzo Maresca on Cole Palmer’s importance to Chelsea.
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Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has addressed the recent dip in form of star player Cole Palmer, acknowledging the team’s over-reliance on the winger amid challenging performances. Palmer, who has been pivotal for Chelsea this season, has not contributed a goal in his last nine appearances. Maresca noted that the team’s dependence on Palmer has been significant, stating, “We rely on Cole for everything.”
In the recent 0-0 draw against Brentford, Maresca made several changes, including benching Palmer, to manage player fatigue following a demanding match against Tottenham. He explained that the adjustments were due to the intense game on Thursday, adding, “not all of them were 100%.”
Looking ahead, Chelsea will face Ipswich Town on April 13, 2025, aiming to regain momentum in their pursuit of a top-four finish.