Merson is surprised Manchester City lets Cole Palmer go to Chelsea.

Browse By

Paul Merson the former England midfielder Admittedly surprised Manchester City would let Cole Palmer join Premier League rivals Chelsea.

“The Blues” have reached an agreement to acquire the 21-year-old for a fee of around 40-45 million pounds. Merson admit that he was surprised that. The “Sailboats” were willing to let this promising future player leave team.

Merson told Sky Sports: “I think he’s a good player. I think after the Community Shield he will have a bit more time at Man City with the way he plays and scores goals.

“Yes, it was a bit shocking to be honest. I’m shocked too. But it was a good signing. He doesn’t control the ball very well. But can pass the ball and score goals. It was a good signing.” UFABET

“I was quite shock. But it shows that Manchester City think Chelsea are a big threat to them.

For Cole Palmer is consider the mold of Man City. After being with the team at Youth level for a long time before being push to be part of the senior team in 2022. He had the opportunity to play as a starter and reserve for a total of 41 matches in every competition and was include in the England national team. That win the Euro Championship. Not over 21 years old or U21 in the middle of last year as well.