Cole Palmer has revealed that multiple conversations with Enzo Alonso and Morgan Rogers during the summer have made him feel ready to deliver his best form for Chelsea FC this season.

Last season, the number 10 struggled to reproduce the outstanding performances of the previous two campaigns with the Blues, and injuries also affected his form.

However, with the arrival of former teammate Rogers and under the management of Enzo Alonso, Palmer has started the 2026/27 Premier League season strongly.

In Chelsea's opening Premier League match against Fulham, he provided an assist for João Félix to score just 31 seconds in, then Rogers scored, and Palmer added the winner to secure a 3-2 victory.

"I'm delighted and feel a bit unbelievable because I didn't think we'd score that quickly," Palmer said.

The victory at Craven Cottage marked the first time Palmer and Rogers, former teammates from Manchester City's academy, played together in an official competitive match for Chelsea FC, bringing creativity to the side.

Speaking about his partnership with Rogers, Palmer said: "I think we're different types of players. He's stronger and more powerful, while I focus more on technique."

"When he joined the team, I told him he would make a big difference. We'll sign more players, so we'll have a strong squad and we can achieve great things."

Beyond his new teammate, Palmer is also playing under new manager Enzo Alonso this summer, and he discussed the key message the Spanish coach has given him.

"He just told me to play freely because he knows what I can do when I feel good. I feel like I can go anywhere on the pitch and find space to create danger. That's what he's told me."

All of this has made Palmer believe he can return to his best form in the 2026/27 season. However, he also revealed that he believes the biggest change is the mental impact of being injury-free.

"A lot happened last season, mostly injuries. After an injury, you play with doubt, thinking 'Can I still do certain movements?' You overthink it."

"It's like you're not moving the way you used to because it used to hurt. Things like that. But now I've moved past that point."

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