Palmer spoke with the club's official media about his partnership with Rogers and other topics, saying that if Rogers scores 20 goals this season, he would let Rogers use his signature celebration if Rogers pays him.

In your first game of the new season, you got an assist in just 31 seconds. How did you feel when the ball went in the net? Was it happiness, relief, or disbelief?

I felt great and could barely believe it because I didn't expect us to score that quickly.

During the match, you were unstoppable—like someone on a mission. You eventually scored the winning goal. After scoring, you covered your ears with your hands. What were you trying to express with that gesture?

That gesture means they weren't ready.

"They"—do you mean the world wasn't ready, or the opposition wasn't ready, or nobody at all?

Everyone.

Not just you, but also your friend and teammate Morgan Rogers, who scored in his debut against Chelsea FC and did an amazing celebration—which is your signature move. You joked that if he did that, you'd send someone after him. He did score. Did you actually mean it, or did you think he'd really do it? Did you two talk about it?

No, we didn't talk about it. But I knew he would do it, even though we didn't discuss whether we'd do it together. That's just something the media likes to focus on.

Everyone wants to know: if Morgan Rogers scores 20 goals this season, Cole, would you consider letting him have that celebration?

If he pays me, I'll consider it. Ha ha ha.

Last season was difficult. You couldn't consistently threaten opponents the way you normally do. In your opinion, what was the reason for that?

There were several reasons, but mostly it was injuries.

Was it physical or mental?

Both. When you're injured, you think, "I can't do certain things anymore," which leads to overthinking—like not being able to move the way you used to, and those movements cause pain. But I've overcome that now.

Your new manager, Enzo, told us last week that you're a world-class player, and he said that if you get into the game and build chemistry with your teammates, you'll have an outstanding season. Did he tell you this? What was his main advice?

He just told me to play freely because he knows what I'm capable of when I'm in form. I feel like I can receive the ball anywhere on the pitch and find spaces where I can be a threat. That's what he told me.

This summer you reunited with Morgan Rogers again, forming a three-man attack. You've been friends with Rogers since you were 14. He was in Manchester City's academy, and I heard you convinced him to join Chelsea FC. What did you say to him back then? What do you think you two can achieve together?

I just told him that he'd make a huge difference. We'd be signing several other players, so we'd have an amazing squad, and we could achieve great things together.

Can you explain your chemistry with Rogers in your own words? What does he do, and what do you need to do to get the best out of your partnership?

I think we're different types of players. He's stronger and more physical, while I focus more on technique.

Next is rapid-fire questions. Would you rather drive the home fans crazy or silence the away fans?

Drive the home fans crazy.

Would you rather score with a rabona or a Panenka penalty?

The rabona.

Would you rather have David Beckham's free-kick technique or the ability to fly?

The ability to fly.

Why?

Because it's cool.

Would you rather be an NBA star or an NFL star?

NBA star, because they make more money.

If you weren't a footballer, what career would you most likely choose—rapper, race car driver, or teacher?

DJ or tennis player.

Do you prefer winning 1-0 or winning 5-4? Why?

Personally, I'd prefer winning 5-4, though defenders would say 1-0. I think 5-4 is more fun. After all, isn't that the beauty of football?

Alright, let me sum this up for you. You're 24 years old and have already won many trophies. In your opinion, what's been the highlight of your career so far?

Probably the FIFA Club World Cup.

For those of us who've never experienced that, what's the best thing about being a professional footballer?

It's doing what you love every single day.

What's the hardest part that we could never understand?

I'm not sure. Maybe it's the pressure that comes with it. I'm not entirely sure.

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