Manchester United Star Bruno Fernandes Applauds Chelsea's Cole Palmer After Stellar Performance
In a notable display of cross-club admiration, Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has publicly praised Chelsea forward Cole Palmer following a standout Premier League match. The incident unfolded on social media after Chelsea secured a convincing 3-0 victory away at Wolverhampton Wanderers over the weekend, with Palmer netting a hat-trick at Molineux Stadium.
Chelsea's Resurgent Form Under Liam Rosenior
Under the guidance of manager Liam Rosenior, Chelsea have been building momentum in the league, currently occupying fifth place in the Premier League table after 25 fixtures. They trail fourth-placed Manchester United by just a single point, setting up a tense race for Champions League qualification. The Blues are set to continue their campaign with a home match against Leeds United on Tuesday night, followed by an FA Cup fourth-round clash with Hull City at the MKM Stadium on Friday.
Social Media Exchange Highlights Palmer's Talent
After the match, Cole Palmer took to Instagram to share his thoughts on the win, prompting a response from Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes. The Portuguese midfielder commented, 'What a player', accompanied by clapping emojis, in a gesture that has sparked discussion among fans and pundits alike. This public acclaim comes at a time when Palmer has been linked with a surprising potential move to Old Trafford, though the player himself has downplayed such rumours.
Palmer Addresses Transfer Speculation and Fitness Concerns
In a post-match interview on Saturday, Cole Palmer addressed the ongoing transfer talk, stating, 'Everyone loves to chat rubbish, don't they? I don't pay too much attention to it. You see things. But I feel like I've come from a strong place anyway so I don't pay attention to it.' He went on to express his satisfaction with life at Chelsea under Rosenior, highlighting the manager's supportive approach. 'Life under Liam is amazing, he gives us all confidence. Lets us be ourselves, play free. I'm sure when I'm back proper fit you'll see the best of me. Him and all the staff give us all confidence on the training pitch, with his strategies, the way we play... I really like it.'
However, Palmer also revealed ongoing fitness challenges, noting that he is not yet at 100% after dealing with injuries throughout the season. 'I don't think [I'm 100% fit] just yet. Obviously people don't know what goes on behind the scenes but being injured the whole season is not ideal and when I'm not able to perform as I want to because I've been injured, and still dealing with the injury, but hopefully I can get over the injury soon by managing it. I know what level I can provide when I feel 100% fit. Not being 100% fit isn't ideal, I still feel like I can help the team but when I'm back to full fitness I feel like I can go to another level.'
Palmer's Career Trajectory and Managerial Praise
Cole Palmer's hat-trick against Wolves marks a confident return to form after a challenging season hampered by fitness issues. The England international joined Chelsea from Manchester City in 2023, having developed through City's academy and made 41 first-team appearances under Pep Guardiola, scoring six goals. Since his move south, Palmer has impressively found the net 51 times in 114 outings for the Blues.
Manager Liam Rosenior has been vocal in his support for the forward, remarking, 'We know what a world-class player he is. He's played a lot of football over the last year with not much rest. When he's at his best, he's unstoppable. I'm delighted to be working with him.' This endorsement, coupled with Fernandes's public praise, underscores Palmer's growing reputation as a key figure in English football.
