Chelsea Complete Shock Signing of Cole Palmer
Manchester City Winger Moves to Stamford Bridge on Deadline Day
£42.5m Deal Could Rise to £47m with Add-Ons
Chelsea have completed a stunning late swoop to sign Manchester City winger Cole Palmer on Transfer Deadline Day. The Blues have reportedly paid an initial fee of £40m, which could rise to £47m with performance-related add-ons.
The 21-year-old England U21 international has been linked with a move away from the Etihad Stadium for some time, with several Premier League clubs reportedly interested in his services. However, Chelsea have emerged as the surprise front-runners and have now secured a deal.
Palmer has been a key player for City's youth teams and made his first-team debut in 2020. He has since gone on to make 18 appearances for the Premier League champions, scoring three goals.
In a statement released on Chelsea's official website, Palmer expressed his delight at joining the club and described it as a "dream come true." He also thanked Manchester City for giving him the opportunity to develop as a player.
The signing of Palmer is a significant boost for Chelsea's attacking options. The Blues have been in need of a winger with pace and creativity, and the England international fits the bill perfectly.
The fee of £47m could rise to £47m with add-ons, which would make it one of the most expensive signings in Chelsea's history. However, given Palmer's age and potential, it could prove to be a shrewd investment.
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