Rodgers clarifies Palmer's situation after England absence

Brendan Rodgers discussed Cole Palmer's absence from the England squad, emphasizing that the Chelsea star needs to focus on regaining his physical fitness after a difficult period last year.

Rodgers said: "Unfortunately, he couldn't be here, but I think he needs to focus on his body and what he went through last year. He needs to be in good physical shape, and that of course comes first for us as players."

"You want to be in the best physical condition and fully ready to compete as much as possible, and it's unfortunate that he is absent. I think we as a nation want to see Cole Palmer and players like him in an England shirt, but that's not possible with the upcoming matches and commitments."

Rogers concluded his remarks by emphasizing the need for Palmer to manage his physical condition carefully, stating: "You have to manage your physical condition, especially after what he went through last year. He doesn't want to go through that again."