Liam Rosenior has insisted that Cole Palmer is happy at Chelsea – but speculation continues to swirl around his future nonetheless.
The forward has been linked with Manchester United, with reports suggesting he is unsettled at Stamford Bridge just two-and-a-half years after arriving.
According to The Sun, Palmer would welcome interest from United, who he supported as a boy. However, odds suggest that talk is premature.
Cole Palmer ‘Very, Very Happy’ At Chelsea
Speaking this week, Rosenior admitted he was not surprised by the latest rumours, believing they were linked to the Blues’ managerial change.
He also declared that Palmer is “very, very happy” at Chelsea.
“There’s no reason for assurance,” said Rosenior. “It’s so unrealistic. It’s come from nowhere. There’s nothing in it. There’s no reason to have the conversation. That’s where I’m at.
“Cole is very happy. I’ve had numerous conversations with him. Our thoughts are on how we can make this team better, how he can improve and how I can help him.
“He loves being here and he wants to be a Chelsea player. You can’t stop speculation, but some speculation is so far from the truth. There’s no point in having a discussion about it.”
His comments came despite claims that Palmer misses his hometown of Wythenshawe, where he returns to see family and friends. A big move to United would therefore make sense.
But Palmer is still viewed as irreplaceable at Chelsea and he is not itching to leave.
However, this hasn’t stopped the markets from tipping Old Trafford as his likely next destination.
Cole Palmer Next Club Odds Revealed
At the time of writing, Manchester United are the favourites at 14/1 – but the price suggests a move is not imminent.
Clearly, even this is a long shot, with market movements based on mere speculation.
The facts certainly aren’t in United’s favour. After all, Palmer signed a nine-year contract when he joined Chelsea from Manchester City in 2024, tying him down until 2033.
That means only a staggering bid in excess of £100million would be enough to bring the Blues to the negotiating table, while United would also have to stump up wages worth £250,000.
Quite simply, they cannot afford these demands.
A switch to Saudi Arabia, meanwhile, has been priced at 20/1, as has a transfer to Barcelona.
Market sentiment suggests Palmer is all but certain to stay at Chelsea, but his future could be thrown into question again in the summer.
He is doing the business on the pitch this season, having registered two assists in the thrilling 3-2 victory at Napoli in the Champions League on Wednesday night.
The result saw Chelsea set a new record in the competition.
What Will He Do Next?
United would be foolish not to follow up the speculation with an enquiry.
But recent reports have indicated that the superstar would be out of their price range, while they are prioritising strengthening other positions.
They also cannot offer Palmer any European football, whereas his current club can.
However, Chelsea are adrift at 18/1 in the latest Champions League betting odds.
Barcelona are also effectively out of the race. They are more likely to sign Marcus Rashford on a permanent deal at the end of the season, with the on-loan Red Devils ace impressing on loan.
All odds in this article are subject to change.
