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Cole Palmer is a forward for Chelsea and was left out of the England World Cup squad.

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"Chelsea means a lot to me and I think the club is going in the right direction, so I'm delighted to sign and I'm obviously very happy."
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Cole Palmer signs a new Chelsea contract on improved terms until 2034, one of the longest active deals in the Premier League.

October 10, 2026

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October 6, 2026

England's Palmer a 'victim' of 'sick' schedule, says PFA chief

Cole Palmer is the "victim" of a "sick" system that is expecting too much of players, according to Professional Footballers' Association chief executive Maheta Molango.

September 29, 2026

Palmer misses too many opportunities to play for England - Tuchel

Thomas Tuchel has said that Cole Palmer "misses too many opportunities" to play for England after the Chelsea forward pulled out of the latest squad.

September 25, 2026

Palmer & Rice among five withdrawals from England squad

Tino Livramento, Kobbie Mainoo, Cole Palmer, Marcus Rashford and Declan Rice all pull out of England's squad for forthcoming Nations League matches.

September 21, 2026

Chelsea miss Joao Pedro... and can't stop conceding goals

Chelsea's problem was defending, but with Joao Pedro ruled out through injury, scoring goals has also become an issue.

September 18, 2026

Tuchel recalls Alexander-Arnold and Palmer with warning

England boss Thomas Tuchel recalls Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer but says players have to "perform".

September 18, 2026

Tuchel recalls Palmer and Alexander-Arnold for England

Thomas Tuchel recalls Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer to his first England squad since the 2026 World Cup.

September 18, 2026

The big questions for Tuchel's first England squad since World Cup

Before Thomas Tuchel names his first squad since the World Cup on Friday, BBC Sport looks at the big questions facing the England boss.

September 17, 2026

Is triple Chelsea attack worth it? FPL gameweek four dilemmas

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September 11, 2026

Star subs rescue Chelsea as Alonso 'takes blame'

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September 9, 2026

Where Estevao fits into Chelsea's all-star attack

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Sell Man Utd players already? FPL gameweek two dilemmas

BBC Sport FPL expert Pras looks at some of the biggest dilemmas facing FPL managers heading into gameweek two, including whether to captain Erling Haaland or Bruno Fernandes.

August 28, 2026

Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

August 24, 2026

Three reasons Chelsea could challenge for title - and one they may not

While Chelsea's front three produced a sparkling display in their win over Fulham, goalkeeper Robert Sanchez remains a major concern.

August 24, 2026

'To have a good team, we need a great Cole' - Alonso on Palmer

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso praises Cole Palmer's "responsibility, maturity and freedom" after a goal and an assist from the playmaker seals a 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage. In Alonso's first Premier League match in charge, the Spaniard insists his new squad can achieve "special things" this season.

August 24, 2026

Palmer impresses as Chelsea edge past Fulham to give Alonso first win

Cole Palmer scores and sets up Joao Pedro as Chelsea give Xabi Alonso a winning start against Alvaro Arbeloa's Fulham at Craven Cottage in the Premier League.

August 24, 2026

Rogers & Palmer star but Sanchez struggles - Fulham v Chelsea player ratings

Morgan Rogers scores on his Chelsea debut as Xabi Alonso's side beat Fulham at Craven Cottage - here are BBC Sport's player ratings.

August 24, 2026

How important is Community Shield to a team's season?

Premier League champions Arsenal take on FA Cup winners Manchester City in Sunday's Community Shield - but would winning suggest a successful season ahead?

August 16, 2026

Rogers and Palmer can play together - Alonso

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says he has a "plan" to play club record £117m signing Morgan Rogers alongside Cole Palmer.

July 27, 2026

Why Rogers and Palmer will thrive together in Alonso's Chelsea

Why Morgan Rogers' skillset means he and fellow attacking midfielder Cole Palmer will prosper in Xabi Alonso's Chelsea.

July 24, 2026

Chelsea agree record £117m deal for Villa's Rogers

Chelsea have agreed a club record £117m deal to sign England international midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa.

July 18, 2026

No need to panic for England - but this was a reality check

England's drab goalless draw with Ghana is no cause to panic - but it does serve as a reality check, writes Phil McNulty.

June 24, 2026

Palmer and Joao Pedro feature in Madonna video

Chelsea forwards Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro make a surprise appearance in a promotional film for Madonna's new album.

June 9, 2026

Maguire 'gutted' to be left out of England World Cup squad, Foden and Palmer also omitted - reports - Reuters

Maguire 'gutted' to be left out of England World Cup squad, Foden and Palmer also omitted - reports Reuters

May 21, 2026

Luke Littler applies to trademark his face to combat AI fakes

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March 20, 2026