Chelsea‘s rising star Cole Palmer is making waves in the Premier League as he emerges as a serious contender for the Golden Boot title, matching the prolific Erling Haaland with 20 league goals this season.
The 21-year-old Palmer, who made the switch from Manchester City to Chelsea last summer, showcased his talent with a stunning four-goal performance, including a ‘perfect’ hat-trick in just 29 minutes.
Notably, Palmer’s standout displays have earned him praise from his teammate Gusto, who expressed his preference for the ‘special’ qualities that Palmer brings to the team over the sheer goal-scoring prowess of Haaland.
Chelsea’s emphatic 6-0 victory over several key goalscorers including Nicolas Jackson and Alfie Gilchrist has propelled them back into contention for European spots in the Premier League standings, sitting just three points behind Newcastle and Manchester United.
The win comes as a significant confidence boost for Chelsea, especially as they gear up to face Manchester City, led by Haaland, in the upcoming FA Cup semi-final at Wembley.
Gusto emphasized that the FA Cup clash holds a sense of redemption for Chelsea following their heartbreaking loss to Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final earlier in the season, stressing the team’s determination to secure victory.
Despite Chelsea’s overall struggles in the Premier League this season, Cole Palmer’s exceptional form has shone through, with Leicester City defender Conor Coady acknowledging him as a pivotal figure and a bright spark for the team.
Palmer’s remarkable hat-trick against Leicester City not only set records for Chelsea but also underlined his status as the club’s top goalscorer in a single campaign since the days of Diego Costa.
As the race for the Golden Boot intensifies, all eyes will be on Palmer as he continues to dazzle on the field and lead Chelsea with his scoring exploits.
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