Freak Toe Fracture Sidelines Cole Palmer for Chelsea

Cole Palmer’s anticipated return to action for Chelsea has been significantly delayed due to a peculiar toe injury. While nearing full fitness after a two-month layoff with a groin issue, Palmer fractured his toe after a domestic mishap, hitting it against a door. This ‘freak accident’ will rule him out for at least another seven days, forcing him to miss vital upcoming matches. These include encounters with Burnley, Barcelona in the Champions League, and Arsenal. Manager Enzo Maresca confirmed the unfortunate news, highlighting that the injury, though not severe, is painful and disruptive. He noted the team’s resilience during Palmer’s previous absence, but stressed the midfielder’s indispensable role. The club is looking forward to his return, as he was close to rejoining team training. Positively, Chelsea is set to welcome back Enzo Fernandez, Pedro Neto, and Benoit Badiashile, providing much-needed reinforcement for the squad ahead of these critical fixtures.