Cole Palmer has no interest in a shock return to Manchester City despite recent speculation about his future at Chelsea, sources have told Football Insider.
Since moving to Stamford Bridge in 2023, the 22-year-old has become a key player under Enzo Maresca. Sources close to Palmer confirm that he is focused on repaying Chelsea’s faith and has no plans to leave the club.
Reports had linked Palmer with a potential return to City as a long-term replacement for Kevin De Bruyne, but such a move is now considered unlikely. While City reportedly regret allowing Palmer to leave, there is concern that paying a hefty fee to re-sign him would reflect poorly on the club.
In recognition of his impressive debut season, Palmer signed a new nine-year contract with Chelsea in August 2024, keeping him at the club until June 2033.
Palmer has been in outstanding form since leaving City, scoring 31 goals and providing 20 assists in 55 appearances. His performances have earned him nine England caps, including a goal in the Euro 2024 final, where he was a standout despite England’s loss to Spain.
This season, Palmer has continued his excellent form, registering six goals and five assists in eight Premier League games, silencing any doubts about his consistency. Despite Chelsea’s sixth-place finish last season, which only secured Europa Conference League qualification, Palmer remains committed to the project at Stamford Bridge and isn’t entertaining the idea of returning to Manchester City.
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