# Cole Palmer Chelsea preseason

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cole-palmer-chelsea-preseason
> Updated: 2026-07-31T05:23:28.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

Chelsea forward Cole Palmer continued his pre‑season commentary while on the club’s Australian tour in late July 2026. In Sydney he detailed the lingering groin injury that restricted him to ten league goals last season and explained that a seven‑week rest – after initially weighing up surgery – left him feeling refreshed. He confirmed his omission from England’s 2026 World Cup squad, calling the setback a personal disappointment he intends to turn into motivation under manager Xabi Alonso, whom he described as a “breath of fresh air”. Palmer also revealed he fell asleep at half‑time of England’s 3‑2 win over Mexico, blaming the early‑morning kickoff in the UK.

He again praised 16‑year‑old academy midfielder Mahdi Nicoll‑Jazuli as ready for first‑team action and spoke about the secret signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a club‑record £117 million, noting the transfer was kept private until its announcement. Maintaining his light‑hearted side, Palmer joked that he has trademarked his “cold” goal celebration and would send bailiffs after anyone – including his childhood friend Rogers – who tries to copy it. Throughout, he reiterated his drive to prove himself after missing the World Cup and his confidence in Alonso’s leadership.

## Claims

- Palmer scored 11 goals and provided three assists for Chelsea in the 2025‑26 season. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Cole Palmer was omitted from England's 2026 World Cup squad. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Palmer suffered a groin injury that limited his performance during the 2025‑26 season. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Palmer had seven weeks of rest over the summer before the 2026‑27 season. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Xabi Alonso is the new manager of Chelsea. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Cole Palmer travelled to Australia for Chelsea's pre‑season tour. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Palmer suffered a groin injury during the 2025‑26 season that limited his performance. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- He missed England's 2026 World Cup squad. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Palmer had a seven‑week rest period over the summer. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- He fell asleep at half‑time of England's 3‑2 win over Mexico in the World Cup. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Palmer praised 16‑year‑old Mahdi Nicoll‑Jazuli, saying he has the attributes to play for Chelsea’s first team and could be ready next season. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Palmer scored twice in the FIFA Club World Cup final and won the tournament’s Golden Ball. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-07-31: Cole Palmer jokes about trademarking celebration as he welcomes Morgan Rogers to Chelsea

Cole Palmer jokes about trademarking his “cold” celebration and warns new Chelsea teammate Morgan Rogers, who joined for £117 million, not to copy it.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cole-palmer-jokes-about-trademarking-celebration-as-he-welcomes-morgan-rogers-to-chelsea

### 2026-07-31: Cole Palmer discusses injury, World Cup snub and Australian pre‑season tour

Cole Palmer talked about his groin injury, missing the 2026 World Cup, falling asleep during England‑Mexico, praising Mahdi Nicoll‑Jazuli and a secret Morgan Rogers signing while on Chelsea’s Australian pre‑sea

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cole-palmer-primed-for-chelsea-season-praises-teen-mahdi-nicoll-jazuli

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