Cole Palmer insists he's happy at Chelsea and Rosenior has dismissed Man United transfer talk. Betting implication: Palmer looks set to remain a Chelsea starter — back him in match markets (start, anytime scorer/assist) rather than transfer props, as an immediate move now appears unlikely.
Cole Palmer ‘happy’ at Chelsea as Rosenior rejects Man United transfer rumours
Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has moved quickly to quash speculation linking Cole Palmer with a move to Manchester United, insisting the England playmaker is “happy” at Stamford Bridge and remains part of the club’s long-term plans.
Rosenior: “Yes and yes” — Palmer happy and focused
Speaking ahead of Chelsea’s Champions League trip to Napoli, Rosenior said there was “nothing” behind the transfer rumours. Asked if Palmer is ‘untouchable’ and content at the club, he replied: “Yes and yes. It’s simple. Cole’s an incredible player like Moises Caicedo sitting next to me and many players in the group.”
Timing of the rumours and the manager’s view
Rosenior criticised the timing of the stories, suggesting outside forces try to “unsettle” clubs when a new manager arrives. “I’m not surprised at the timing. A new manager comes in and all of a sudden there’s people looking to unsettle. It’s not true,” he said. He added that Palmer “can’t wait to see him on the pitch” and described talk of needing assurances as “unrealistic.”
Player commitment and internal conversations
The manager stressed that Chelsea have held “numerous conversations” with Palmer about how to improve the team and his own development. “Cole is very happy. We’ve had numerous conversations with him on how we can make this team better, how he can improve and how I can help him – because he loves being here and he wants to be a Chelsea player,” Rosenior said. He acknowledged that speculation is inevitable but warned much of it is “so far from the truth.”
Context and what it means for Chelsea
Palmer joined Chelsea from Manchester City in a £40 million deal in 2023 and has been a key creative outlet for the Blues. Rosenior’s public defence signals Chelsea’s intent to keep core attacking options intact as they head into a crucial run of domestic and European fixtures.
Transfer market outlook
With Rosenior publicly dismissing the rumours and underlining Palmer’s contentment, immediate transfer activity involving the 22-year-old looks unlikely.
Expect Chelsea to retain Palmer through the current window unless an unexpected bid emerges.
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