4 minutes ago, GarnachoCheese said:

Needs runners around him, sadly the ball goes to Palmer and everyone stands and watches expecting him to do something by himself against 2 players.

Gusto is a nothing player, J.Pedro is surrounded by two CB's and Enzo Fernandez is fat.

Fat Cat Fernandez

Anyone could miss a penalty, and despite the season he's having, he's still among the top 3 players we got. Didn't he just get an extension, doubt he will leave anytime soon, unless huge money is coming in.

7 minutes ago, Timmy Elms said:

Fat Cat Fernandez

I would have used a different C word to describe him.

47 minutes ago, icecoolguy22 said:

Anyone could miss a penalty, and despite the season he's having, he's still among the top 3 players we got. Didn't he just get an extension, doubt he will leave anytime soon, unless huge money is coming in.

There was little wrong with the strike. The GK guessed the right way and the save was top quality.

5 hours ago, GarnachoCheese said:

I would have used a different C word to describe him.

Actually rolls off the tongue rather well

7 hours ago, dermott said:

There was little wrong with the strike. The GK guessed the right way and the save was top quality.

There was plenty wrong. Not enough power, not far enough into the corner. Just the wrong type of penalty to take when you're already 2-0 down.

Lukewarm Palmer had been trash for 18 months. Starting to look like that early period was the exception.

Happy Birthday Cole Palmer - 24 today.

Have watched a few clips of some of his early games for us. Easy to forget just what a talent this lad is on his day. Let's hope he can rediscover that pretty damn soon.

He literally is a shadow off himself. He shows neat turns here and there but is no way near a threat to the opposition anymore. It has got to a point now that where we have big games, I see him more as a player to make up the numbers than make an actual difference. Even in games where we were very defensive in past, Hazard would still provide a very genuine threat when he got the ball. Palmer, does not have the physical prowess, pace or dribbling ability to make the same impact.

17 minutes ago, STATS said:

He literally is a shadow off himself. He shows neat turns here and there but is no way near a threat to the opposition anymore. It has got to a point now that where we have big games, I see him more as a player to make up the numbers than make an actual difference. Even in games where we were very defensive in past, Hazard would still provide a very genuine threat when he got the ball. Palmer, does not have the physical prowess, pace or dribbling ability to make the same impact.

Think just forget about this season to be honest. See what player turns up after the summer with a view to moving on in January if he is still floundering.

I have a hunch that working with somebody with Alonso's playing experience and reputation might be the inspiration Palmer needs to finally return to something close to his best.

Linkedin Liam was about as inspiring as a damp dishcloth.

28 minutes ago, bluedave said:

I have a hunch that working with somebody with Alonso's playing experience and reputation might be the inspiration Palmer needs to finally return to something close to his best.

Linkedin Liam was about as inspiring as a damp dishcloth.

He’s looked off for the last 18th months to be honest; think he scored 1 PL goal in the 2nd half of last season. Even his numbers this season are funny, 4 or 5 of his 9 PL goals are pens. 1 assist all season long is wild.

2 hours ago, markpitts said:

He’s looked off for the last 18th months to be honest; think he scored 1 PL goal in the 2nd half of last season. Even his numbers this season are funny, 4 or 5 of his 9 PL goals are pens. 1 assist all season long is wild.

Basically, his form went out the window with the introduction of Maresca's system. Alonso is another system manager albeit more exciting and im not sure Cole palmer fits a system. He's a footballer and plays on instinct. Will be interesting to see how he gets on under Alonso, but fingers crossed he finds his big form.

On 05/05/2026 at 18:23, Scott Harris said:

There was plenty wrong. Not enough power, not far enough into the corner. Just the wrong type of penalty to take when you're already 2-0 down.

Yes.. If that was aimed at the inside netting it would have gone in.

2 hours ago, bluelightening said:

Basically, his form went out the window with the introduction of Maresca's system. Alonso is another system manager albeit more exciting and im not sure Cole palmer fits a system. He's a footballer and plays on instinct. Will be interesting to see how he gets on under Alonso, but fingers crossed he finds his big form.

He played well enough last season. Needs to up it though, if he wants to fulfill the expectations.

2 hours ago, bluelightening said:

Basically, his form went out the window with the introduction of Maresca's system. Alonso is another system manager albeit more exciting and im not sure Cole palmer fits a system. He's a footballer and plays on instinct. Will be interesting to see how he gets on under Alonso, but fingers crossed he finds his big form.

^^^^This^^^^

90% of prime Palmer was under Poch and the first few months of Maresca’s reign when we were still playing lots of our football in transition.

When Maresca got the team playing mind numbing possession based football Palmer’s form fell off a cliff. It’s probably why Pep didn’t give him more minutes at City.

Alonso‘s management of Wirtz at Leverkusen make me think he’ll be able to get Palmer back to the lad we signed.

Here’s hoping.

This guys needs rest.. has been dire!

1 hour ago, Jangz said:

This guys needs rest.. has been dire!

Are you sure it’s a rest? Won’t be the first “Young English World Class” player that has stalled. Foden is a prime example.

However I hope he isn’t called for the World Cup squad so we can discount that “no rest” theory next season.

3 hours ago, markpitts said:

Are you sure it’s a rest? Won’t be the first “Young English World Class” player that has stalled. Foden is a prime example.

However I hope he isn’t called for the World Cup squad so we can discount that “no rest” theory next season.

With Pedro missing out on the world cup, I wouldn't mind seeing a few others miss out too. For selfish reasons and reasons that I feel could do them good. Some of our players have an ego that is unearned, they think they are already at elite levels. They need to be humbled and to feel hurt, I don't think they are feeling it enough right now. Missing out on the world cup could be the best thing that happened to them. React in a way that forces them to never leave you out again, or they can sulk and show us their true character. Neto getting a call up must be one of the most unearned call ups in World Cup history.

4 hours ago, markpitts said:

Are you sure it’s a rest? Won’t be the first “Young English World Class” player that has stalled. Foden is a prime example.

However I hope he isn’t called for the World Cup squad so we can discount that “no rest” theory next season.

Foden is arguably a victim of Pep's mechanics. Just as Grealish was.

I'm curious to know how many attackers does England usually bring and if there are any inform players at the moment ahead of Palmer.

Palmer and Pedro coming into next season with a chip on their shoulder, and actually under a competent manager, would be incredible. Not to mention if they are playing in the league only.

BREAKING:

Colwill not selected for the World Cup Squad and Palmer also set to miss out. @BenJacobs

14 minutes ago, Sconnie Blue said:

BREAKING:

Colwill not selected for the World Cup Squad and Palmer also set to miss out. @BenJacobs

Good from a club and player health perspective ... possibly not so much for country !

20 minutes ago, Sconnie Blue said:

BREAKING:

Colwill not selected for the World Cup Squad and Palmer also set to miss out. @BenJacobs

Neither have deserved it based on performances this season. Morgan Rogers has taken over Palmers title as best young player

Hopefully Pedro & Palmer come into next season fresh and with a chip on their shoulder.