“At That Age, No One Ought to Be That Good”- Graeme Souness Left Speechless by Chelsea’s 22-Year-Old Sensation
Liverpool legend Graeme Souness has been left astonished by Chelsea’s rising star Cole Palmer, who continues to dazzle the Premier League with his exceptional form. The 22-year-old forward has become the talk of English football after an electrifying start to the season, and Souness believes Palmer’s level of performance is far beyond what is expected for someone his age.
Palmer, who made headlines with a £42.5 million move from Manchester City to Chelsea last summer, is proving to be worth every penny. While many questioned the hefty price tag for a player who was largely a fringe option at City, Palmer’s meteoric rise at Stamford Bridge has silenced all critics. His performance in Chelsea’s recent 4-0 demolition of Brighton, where he netted all four goals, took his tally to six goals and four assists in the first six games of the season.
Souness, writing in his column for the Daily Mail, could not help but express his admiration for Palmer. “If this is Palmer’s level and he can be consistently this good, he’s going to be a top man,” Souness wrote. “He has got silky skills, athleticism, and a fabulous football brain. There’s simply nothing to dislike about him. He’s 22. At that age, no one ought to be that good.”
Palmer’s statistics this season speak volumes about his impact. In just 53 appearances across all competitions for Chelsea, he has already scored 31 goals and provided 19 assists. In the Premier League alone, he has registered an astonishing 28 goals and 15 assists from just 39 appearances, solidifying his status as one of the league’s most lethal attackers.
With Palmer rested during Chelsea’s midweek Europa League match against Gent, fans eagerly anticipate his return to the lineup against Nottingham Forest this weekend. Given his current form, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him add to his goal tally and continue his stellar season.
“At That Age, No One Ought to Be That Good”- Graeme Souness Left Speechless by Chelsea’s 22-Year-Old Sensation