'An Absolute Genius'- Joe Cole Predicts Palmer Could Be England's EURO 2024 Wild Card

Palmer has been the shining light in an otherwise disappointing season for Chelsea, scoring 20 Premier League goals, level with the lethal Erling Haaland at the top of the goalscoring chart.

The 21-year-old joined Chelsea at the start of this season from Manchester City for £40m and has exceeded expectations with his performances.

Palmer's form means he has become a late contender to earn a place in the England squad for this summer's European Championships in Germany, having already won two caps.

In the likes of Phil Foden, Harry Kane, Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham and James Maddison, England have a plethora of attacking talent to choose from but Cole believes Palmer has what it takes to take the Three Lions one step further.

“He has been sensational and there is an argument he could be Player of the Year – that’s how good he has been,” Cole told the PA news agency.

“You have to bring a player of that quality.

“The technicians are what are going to win us the tournament. They all have to go and they all have to have time on the pitch.

“Palmer is a top player. I have watched him play and he is a top, top player.

“Cole Palmer is an absolute genius.”