BREAKING NEWS ✅✅: Cole Palmer encourages his England teammate to move to Chelsea.
In an unexpected turn, Chelsea’s Cole Palmer has been actively urging his England teammate Ollie Watkins to leave Aston Villa and join Chelsea this summer, according to Football Insider.
Palmer and Watkins have spent the past month in Germany, representing England in Euro 2024. During this period, they have not only forged a strong friendship but also showcased excellent on-field chemistry.
The report indicates that Palmer has been highlighting the potential benefits of their partnership at Chelsea, believing it could enhance the team’s performance for the upcoming seasons.
Chelsea, currently searching for a top-class striker, has identified Watkins as a key target. Football Insider recently revealed that the six-time Premier League champions are preparing a significant offer to bring the Aston Villa forward to Stamford Bridge.
As part of the negotiations, Chelsea is prepared to include midfielder Conor Gallagher in a swap deal, a player Aston Villa has been interested in for some time.
Both Palmer and Watkins played crucial roles for England during Euro 2024, despite mainly being used as substitutes. Palmer assisted Watkins in scoring a crucial late goal in the semi-final, and both players received praise for their performances. Palmer also scored in the final against Spain, although England did not win the title.
In the Premier League last season, Watkins was the fourth-highest scorer with 19 goals, while Palmer had a standout debut season with Chelsea, scoring 22 goals.
Their strong performances have fueled speculation about the potential impact they could have if they were to team up at Chelsea. The club’s pursuit of Watkins and Palmer’s efforts to influence his decision underscore Chelsea’s ambition to strengthen their attacking options and compete for top honors in the coming season.