Chelsea fans finally had reason to celebrate after a tumultuous few years under the ownership of Todd Boehly’s BlueCo group. The 2024/25 season saw a remarkable turnaround: Enzo Maresca’s appointment ushered in an era of structured football, culminating in a fourth-place Premier League finish and a UEFA Conference League title.
Yet, even with progress on the pitch, uncertainty looms. Club legend and pundit Martin Keown has raised eyebrows by suggesting Chelsea could soon sell their breakout star, Cole Palmer, in a move that would echo the ownership’s pattern of prioritizing financial returns over footballing stability.
Palmer’s Phenomenal Impact
Signed from Manchester City in 2023, Cole Palmer quickly became the heartbeat of Chelsea’s attack. With 22 goals and 11 assists in the Premier League, plus two assists in the Conference League final against Real Betis, Palmer’s contributions were instrumental to the Blues’ resurgence. He was even named Man of the Match in that final—a performance that capped off his best season to date.
His rise has also seen him break into the England national team, scoring in the Euro 2024 final and drawing comparisons to young legends in the making
Despite Palmer’s rapid ascent, Martin Keown isn’t convinced Chelsea are truly back on track. Speaking recently, Keown warned fans not to get carried away with a single good season, suggesting that Palmer could be sold if a lucrative offer comes in.
It’s not a far-fetched prediction. Since Boehly’s takeover, Chelsea have spent £1.5 billion on 51 players in three years, creating a revolving-door policy in the squad. With financial sustainability now in focus and UEFA’s Financial Fair Play rules tightening, offloading Palmer—possibly for over £100 million—may be viewed internally as “good business.”
With Champions League football returning to Stamford Bridge and the Club World Cup on the horizon, Chelsea has a chance to further solidify its place among Europe’s elite. But doing so without Palmer would be a huge risk—and a potential step backward.
Fans are rightly questioning whether the club’s leadership will prioritize long-term footballing success over short-term financial gain. As the summer transfer window opens, all eyes will be on how the board navigates this delicate balance.
In Conclusion
Cole Palmer has proven himself to be not just a signing, but a symbol of hope for Chelsea’s post-Abramovich era. Whether the club sees him the same way—or as a valuable asset to cash in on—could define their trajectory in seasons to come.
