Palmer’s meteoric rise to global recognition stems from his stellar performances with the Blues since his transfer from Manchester City last summer. The dynamic midfielder has netted 23 goals across various competitions for the London side, solidifying his status as one of the nation’s most promising talents.

At just 21 years old, Palmer’s sudden fame has raised concerns about his ability to handle the spotlight. Yet, drawing from his experiences guiding players like Harry Kane and Dele Alli at Tottenham, Pochettino expresses confidence in his ability, along with his coaching staff, to keep the English star grounded. Despite ongoing speculation about Pochettino’s future at Chelsea due to the team’s underwhelming results this season, he emphasizes the importance of helping Palmer navigate the challenges that come with newfound fame.

In his remarks to the press, Pochettino emphasizes the need for Palmer to adapt to the new circumstances he faces, acknowledging the inevitability of various pressures and distractions. He underscores the coaching staff’s role in providing guidance not only to Palmer but also to his support network, emphasizing the club’s trust in their expertise. Pochettino stresses the necessity of a supportive environment for Palmer’s development amid the uncertainties.

Palmer looks to enhance his goal-scoring prowess by facing his former club when Chelsea clashes with Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-finals. Notably, he found the net in their previous encounter this season, contributing to a thrilling 4-4 draw at Stamford Bridge.

Cole Palmer

This season he played in total 6 times for 369 minutes for FA Cup.

Cole Palmer scored 1 goal for Chelsea. He procured two assists. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 9th in FA Cup. In the last match Chelsea won 6-0 against Everton.

Chelsea performance and stats

In the last 5 games, it has won 4 times and drawn once. In its last match, Chelsea won 4-2 against Leicester City.​​