Chelsea Football Club has announced that Cole Palmer will not be included in their squad for the Europa Conference League’s league phase. This decision is part of the club’s strategy to manage player workload effectively, given their participation in five different competitions this season. Alongside Palmer, Romeo Lavia and Wesley Fofana have also been excluded from the squad.
Cole Palmer’s exclusion from the Europa Conference League squad is notable given his recent performances. Since his transfer from Manchester City, Palmer has been a standout player for Chelsea. In his debut season at Stamford Bridge, the 22-year-old forward scored 25 goals and provided 15 assists, marking an impressive start to his career at the club. His contribution was pivotal, and he has continued to perform at a high level into the 2024/25 season, where he has already scored one goal and recorded four assists in three Premier League matches.
Palmer’s exceptional performance last season earned him a spot in England’s Euro 2024 squad, where he notably scored in the final against Spain. His continued success has also earned him a place on the 30-man shortlist for the Ballon d’Or, alongside other football stars such as Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland, and Vinicius Jr.
Chelsea’s journey to the league phase of the Europa Conference League began with a successful playoff round, where they defeated Servette with a 3-2 aggregate score. As a result, Chelsea has secured a place in the league phase of the competition. In this stage, the team will face six group-stage matches against Gent, Panathinaikos, Noah, Heidenheim, Astana, and Shamrock Rovers. Progression to the knockout rounds will be the goal, and if Chelsea advances, they will have the opportunity to add up to three new players during the winter transfer window.
The decision to leave Palmer out of the Europa Conference League squad aligns with Chelsea’s broader strategy to manage the intense demands of their season. With the possibility of competing in up to 80 matches across all competitions, including the Premier League, FA Cup, EFL Cup, and the Europa Conference League, managing player fatigue and injuries is crucial. This extensive schedule also includes participation in the Club World Cup next summer, running from June 15 to July 13, 2025.
Chelsea’s Europa Conference League squad for the 2024/25 season is composed of the following players:
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Goalkeepers: Robert Sanchez, Filip Jorgensen, Lucas Bergstrom
Defenders: Axel Disasi, Marc Cucurella, Tosin Adarabioyo, Benoit Badiashile, Levi Colwill, Reece James, Malo Gusto, Josh Acheampong, Renato Veiga
Midfielders: Enzo Fernandez, Noni Madueke, Carney Chukwuemeka, Christopher Nkunku, Jadon Sancho, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Moises Caicedo, Cesare Casadei, Tyrique George, Kiano Dyer
Attackers: Pedro Neto, Mykhailo Mudryk, Joao Felix, Nicolas Jackson, Marc Guiu
This strategic omission highlights the club’s focus on maintaining peak performance and managing their roster effectively to navigate the demands of a grueling season. With the stakes high in multiple competitions, ensuring that players are in optimal condition is a critical aspect of Chelsea’s approach this year.
