June 05, 2026
The midfielder’s playing time is limited by injury this season
Chelsea are aiming for consistency as they sit fifth in the league
The midfielder has made four appearances and two goals this season
Barca, second in LaLiga, bring firepower in abundance to Stamford Bridge, with Robert Lewandowski leading the line
Chelsea are preparing to play Barcelona and Arsenal without him this month
He re-injures groin in Chelsea’s loss to Manchester United
The England international has left the field injured in Saturday’s loss at Manchester United
“I knew he was going to be here but I didn't know he was going to be on the stand when we lifted the trophy,” Cole Palmer says