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“Does not look the same player” – Chelsea star is broken physically, technically and mentally

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“Does not look the same player” – Chelsea star is broken physically, technically and mentally

TL;DR

Cole Palmer's performance has significantly declined, impacting Chelsea's overall season. Concerns are raised about his physical, technical, and mental state.

Key points

  • Cole Palmer's form is a concern for Chelsea
  • He is struggling physically, technically, and mentally
  • His performance impacts Chelsea's overall season
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“Does not look the same player” – Chelsea star is broken physically, technically and mentally
“Does not look the same player” – Chelsea star is broken physically, technically and mentally

“Does not look the same player” – Chelsea star is broken physically, technically and mentally

Cole Palmer’s dreadful form is at the heart of Chelsea’s bad season, but it’s a real question of cause and effect.

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When Cole Palmer stepped up to take a penalty for Chelsea against Nottingham Forest yesterday, we’re sure many fans had a bad feeling.

Despite Palmer’s superb spot kick record, it’s been one of those seasons where things just go wrong. And that’s especially true of the attacker. In a team where nobody is playing close to their potential, he’s possibly fallen furthest. His confidence is shot, and when he stepped up there was an almost inevitable sense he would miss.

Palmer would be dropped – if Chelsea had any other option

There’s been talk for weeks about him being dropped, and right now it feels like he’s only in the team because of a lack of alternative. The Sun’s Lloyd Canfield said that Palmer “does not look the same player we saw under Mauricio Pochettino and Enzo Maresca at times.”

“But even since he has been fit and playing regularly again, he looks well off the pace.”

His finishing has been bad and he can’t seem to beat a man. Physically, technically, mentally, he’s totally broken.

In other news…

Caretaker Calum McFarlane keeps protecting his players, and we’re really not sure why.

Another bleak part of a dreadful afternoon was Jesse Derry getting taken off injured after a horrible clash of heads. We now at least have an update from him.

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Q&A

What is causing Cole Palmer's poor performance at Chelsea?

Cole Palmer's struggles are attributed to a combination of physical, technical, and mental issues.

How is Cole Palmer's form affecting Chelsea's season?

Palmer's dreadful form is central to Chelsea's disappointing season, contributing to their overall struggles.

What happened during Cole Palmer's penalty against Nottingham Forest?

Many Chelsea fans felt apprehensive when Cole Palmer stepped up to take a penalty against Nottingham Forest, reflecting his current struggles.

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