Overview
- Palmer told reporters on Friday that being left out of England’s 2026 World Cup squad has given him extra motivation to push harder this season.
- The omission allowed Palmer a rare seven-week summer break that he says has left him physically refreshed and mentally ready for the new campaign under Xabi Alonso.
- Palmer revealed he sought specialist opinion in Sweden or Denmark over a recurring groin problem, considered surgery but did not have an operation, and now says he feels recovered.
- Chelsea have reunited Palmer with close friend Morgan Rogers after a reported British‑record fee of about £117 million, and Palmer expects the pair to complement each other on the pitch.
- Palmer has trademarked his signature 'cold' celebration and joked about legal ownership after Rogers previously used the move, and he came off the bench in Sydney to provide an assist in Chelsea’s 6-4 pre-season win.