‘Palmer is a Star Player ‘ – Guardiola Acknowledges Cole Palmer

Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, has revealed his belief in Cole Palmer’s talent, acknowledging him as a “star player.” Despite recognizing Palmer’s potential, Guardiola couldn’t guarantee him sufficient playing time at The Etihad, leading to his departure for Chelsea last summer.

Palmer made the switch to Chelsea in a notable £42.5 million deal, marking a significant move in his career trajectory. Since then, the 21-year-old has made a strong impact, netting an impressive 10 goals in just 20 Premier League appearances.

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As Palmer prepares to return to the Etihad for the first time since his departure, Guardiola was questioned about his foresight regarding Palmer’s success at Chelsea. His response remains to be seen.

“If he plays regularly, yes. I didn’t have any doubts about his quality.

“The way he’s playing is a star player. He wanted the minutes, it was a question of time to show his immense quality.”