Palmer's stance on move to Manchester United

Cole Palmer has been linked with a move to Manchester United during the past period, but the Chelsea player remains committed to continuing his journey with the London club, according to what was reported by "TEAMtalk".

Manchester United had expressed interest in signing Palmer during the summer of 2026, with previous reports indicating the club's desire to acquire him. However, Chelsea were not prepared to let their player go and demanded at least £150 million for his departure.

Despite speculation about his future, Palmer is currently focused on his journey with Chelsea and remains committed to representing England, despite withdrawing from the latest squad. Reports suggest that talk of a potential move to Manchester United does not affect his focus.

Thomas Tuchel, the head coach of the England national team, explained that Palmer has withdrawn from the squad due to suffering from pain and discomfort, noting that his absence represents a missed opportunity, especially with his repeated withdrawals from national team camps due to injuries.

Balmir has been a regular participant with Chelsea this season, having started in all five of the team's matches in the Premier League. Meanwhile, Tuchel emphasized the importance of having the player in national team camps, confirming that England is focusing on players who are eager to represent the national team fully.