Maresca was unable to provide a firm date on Palmer’s return. There is no chance of the 23-year-old figuring against Barcelona and the Italian boss ruled out this weekend’s almighty clash with Arsenal, although he warned that his return to full, first-team training “for sure it will be soon.”

When Cole Palmer is missing, Chelsea feels it—and tonight against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League, the absence of the Blues’ brightest creative spark has turned into the defining subplot of the matchday.

Chelsea are set to take on Barcelona on Matchday 5 of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League, and they will be without star player Cole Palmer for this challenge.

Cole Palmer secured eighth place in the Ballon d’Or award, making him the second-highest ranked Premier League player on the list. PSG’s Ousmane Dembele claimed football’s top individual prize after a remarkable season with the French club.

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says Cole Palmer sustained a broken toe in an accident at home this week and will be sidelined for the next three games.

Chelsea won their first game of the season as they defeated West Ham United 5-1 in London Stadium. Not only was the win impressive based on the performance, but also because they did it without Cole Palmer. Palmer was in the starting lineup against West ...

LONDON — Chelsea playmaker Cole Palmer is set to be out for a further six weeks because of his ongoing groin problems, manager Enzo Maresca said Friday. The England international hasn't played for Chelsea since a loss at Manchester United on Sept.

Cole Palmer has missed recent national team call-ups due to a persistent groin injury and a fractured toe, hampering his involvement in England's 2026 World Cup planning.