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Cole Palmer (22, Chelsea) is reportedly trying to convince England international teammate Ollie Watkins (29, Aston Villa) to join his club.
“Palmer is trying to persuade Watkins to leave Aston Villa and sign for Chelsea this summer,” Football Insider reported on Saturday, citing sources.
Palmer and Watkins have developed a close friendship while in Germany with the England national team over the past month, and while they are both absolute strikers for their respective clubs, they have had to contend with more time on the bench for England.
Palmer was pushed out of the starting lineup by the brilliant front two of Phil Foden (Manchester City), Judd Bellingham (Real Madrid), and Bukayo Sakho (Arsenal). Watkins was unable to get past the unstoppable striker in Harry Kane (Bayern Munich).
The duo combined for the decisive goal in the semifinal against the Netherlands. Palmer's pass in the 90th minute was converted by Watkins to send England directly to the final.
Palmer also scored the equalizer in the 28th minute of the UEFA Euro 2024 final against “The Invincibles” Spain at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, Germany, on Friday (June 15) to level the score at 1-1.
Although England lost 1-2 to Spain to finish runners-up, Palmer made 안전놀이터 his presence felt. Palmer came on as a 25th-minute substitute in the second half and scored a goal just three minutes later to send England fans into a frenzy.
According to sources, Palmer told Watkins that Chelsea could reach new heights next season if he wanted to move this summer. Palmer's persuasion could prove crucial in changing Watkins' mind, the publication believes.
Chelsea have been on the hunt for a top-flight striker this summer. Watkins is on their list of targets. The Blues are even considering a player-for-player swap deal to acquire Watkins.
Chelsea's card to play for Watkins is Chelsea youth midfielder Connor Gallagher. Gallagher, who has also been linked with Tottenham, wants to stay at Chelsea, but the Blues have other ideas.
Watkins scored 19 league goals last season. Palmer scored 22 goals. If Watkins joins Chelsea, the Blues' offense would be catapulted to the top of the Premier League. We wonder if Palmer's sale will be successful.