Palmer signs new Chelsea contract until 2034

Cole Palmer, the 24-year-old England international, has inked a new contract with Chelsea until 2034. The deal marks an improvement in terms for Palmer, who was already under contract until 2033. The former Manchester City player, signed for £42.5m in 2023, is being rewarded for his emergence as a key attacking player for Chelsea and his growing role as a dressing-room leader.

With only Manchester City's Erling Haaland and Chelsea teammates Joao Pedro and Geovany Quenda also contracted to 2034, Palmer joins an elite group of long-term Chelsea players. Palmer has scored four goals and provided two assists in seven matches this season, a significant improvement from last season when he suffered a groin injury that nearly kept him out of the World Cup.

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso confirmed Palmer is expected to be fit for Saturday's match against Bournemouth and emphasized the player's commitment to both the club and the national team.