Chelsea could soon face a significant setback if star player Cole Palmer is sidelined due to disciplinary issues.
As the Blues prepare for a crucial Premier League clash against league leaders Liverpool at Anfield this weekend, Palmer’s standout performance in his second season has drawn attention. He has scored six goals and provided five assists, including all four goals in a thrilling 4-2 win over Brighton last month.
However, despite his contributions, Palmer has accumulated three yellow cards in the first seven games, putting him at risk of suspension. If he receives two more yellow cards, he would face a one-match ban in the Premier League.
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Fortunately for Chelsea, if Palmer avoids further bookings, he will be available for key matches against Liverpool and Newcastle in the coming weeks. But he must tread carefully—yellow cards in both of these games would see him miss the Carabao Cup fourth-round tie against Newcastle later this month.
Looking ahead, Chelsea also face Manchester United, a fixture Palmer could miss if he picks up two more yellow cards in the next three matches. With additional games against Arsenal and Leicester City before November ends, Palmer’s discipline will be crucial in avoiding suspension during this vital stretch.
According to Football.London, Coach Enzo Maresca is already dealing with the absence of key players Wesley Fofana and Marc Cucurella, both sidelined due to yellow card suspensions, as they head into the Liverpool match.
Maintaining discipline will be essential for Palmer as Chelsea navigate their demanding fixture list.