Palmer Stays Put as Marisca Sets the Record Straight on Rogers
25 December 2025
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A decisive answer from the Italian coach.
The Italian coach Enzo Marisca, Chelsea's manager, insists on keeping his star Cole Palmer in the Blues' squad, rejecting any plan to replace him.
Palmer has endured a tough season due to injuries, missing most Chelsea matches, yet he has begun to return gradually in recent games.
Upcoming clash
Chelsea are preparing to face Aston Villa this coming Saturday at Stamford Bridge, in the 18th round of the Premier League.
Marisca said in the press conference that Palmer is ready to play a full match, after months of suffering due to injury.
When asked whether Palmer could be swapped for Morgan Rogers, Villa's rising star, Marisca replied, as Sky Sports reported: "No... I love Cole Palmer; he is my player."
Rogers has shone in the last two league matches against West Ham and Manchester United, scoring twice.
Aston Villa sit third in the Premier League table with 36 points, three behind leaders Arsenal, while Chelsea are fourth with 29.
