Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has provided some relief regarding the injury status of star player Cole Palmer, indicating that the England forward is likely to avoid surgery on his groin injury. Palmer was forced off the field just 21 minutes into Chelsea’s 2-1 defeat at Manchester United on Saturday due to the injury, which has been troubling him for a while. Maresca revealed that the club’s medical staff have not mentioned the need for an operation, although the situation will be monitored on a day-by-day basis.
Given the uncertainty surrounding Palmer’s injury, it’s likely that he’ll miss Chelsea’s upcoming League Cup third-round tie against third-tier Lincoln on Tuesday. Other players, including Romeo Lavia and Benoit Badiashile, are also ruled out for the match. Maresca’s comments suggest that while Palmer’s injury is a concern, there’s optimism about avoiding surgery, which would significantly impact the player’s availability for the season.
Maresca’s comments reflect the cautious approach Chelsea is taking with Palmer’s injury, prioritizing a thorough assessment to determine the best course of action. The manager’s focus on monitoring the situation and making decisions based on Palmer’s progress indicates the club’s commitment to managing player fitness and minimizing the risk of further injury.
