Palmer Shares Update Amid Fitness Doubts; Arsenal Legend Merson Predicts Tough Outcome if Star Misses Out
Chelsea forward Cole Palmer is racing against the clock to be fit for Sunday’s highly anticipated Premier League showdown with Arsenal. Palmer, a standout performer for Chelsea this season with seven goals and five assists in just ten league games, shared an update on social media, hinting at his ongoing recovery efforts after a rough tackle by Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez last weekend left him with an injury.
In an Instagram story, Palmer posted a photo in his training gear, undergoing cold-compression therapy as he strives to be ready for the Stamford Bridge clash. Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca offered an optimistic update, stating, “He’s getting better. If he can at least join a session on Saturday, we’ll make a decision from there.”
The stakes are high for both teams as they head into Sunday’s game level on points, with Chelsea narrowly edging ahead on goal difference. Arsenal legend Paul Merson weighed in, predicting that Arsenal’s title hopes could hang on Palmer’s availability. Merson told Sportskeeda, “If Cole Palmer doesn’t play, I see Arsenal winning this one. He’s the heartbeat of this Chelsea team. If he’s out, it will be a real struggle for Chelsea.”
Merson emphasized the pressure on both teams, noting that Arsenal must win to keep pace with Manchester City and Liverpool, who could widen the points gap if Arsenal slips up. “It’s a must-win game for Arsenal. Falling eight or ten points behind Liverpool and City at this stage would be devastating for their title race,” Merson said.
Despite Chelsea’s challenging record in big games this season, Merson sees hope if Palmer is fit to start, calling him essential to the Blues’ attack. However, he predicted a tightly contested draw, concluding, “I’m going for 2-2. It would be a good result for Chelsea, but Arsenal’s title hopes would take a hit.”
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