Cole Palmer

Cole Palmer, an English professional footballer, has an impressive track record with Premier League clubs and the England national team. His career began with Manchester City where he was a key contributor to the team's triumphant Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League victories in 2023. Later that year, Palmer transitioned to Chelsea for a £40 million agreement, where his debut season saw him honored with PFA Fans' Player of the Year and Young Player of the Year awards. His remarkable performance continued into 2025 when he helped Chelsea claim the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup titles, earning him the man of the match in both finals and the Golden Ball at the FIFA Club World Cup.

In addition to his club successes, Palmer has also demonstrated remarkable skill on the international stage. After representing England across various youth levels, he won the 2023 UEFA European Under-21 Championship. Making his senior debut for the England national team in 2023, Palmer showcased his skill by scoring the equalising goal in the UEFA Euro 2024 final. These accomplishments, along with his consistent performance, led to him being named England Men's Player of the Year for the 2023–24 season.

Palmer's skills are not limited to his position as an attacking midfielder or winger. Known for his penalty-taking, passing, dribbling, and ability to score and create goals, Palmer has a versatile talent that has earned him recognition as one of the best attacking midfielders in world football. His list of accolades includes the London Football Awards Men's Young Player of the Year 2024, Premier League Player of the Year 2025, and the FIFA Club World Cup Golden Ball 2025. Palmer's contributions to Manchester City and Chelsea, including his record-breaking four-goal first half in a Premier League match, have made him an influential figure in both teams' successes.