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

A new season, you got your first assist in just 31 seconds. How did you personally feel when the ball went in? Was it joy, relief, or disbelief? What were you feeling?

It was really enjoyable, and a bit unbelievable, because I didn't expect us to score that quickly.

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

That gesture means they weren't ready.

"They" – do you mean the world wasn't ready, the opposition wasn't ready, or all of us weren't ready?

Everyone.

Not just you, but also your friend and teammate Rodgers, who also scored on his Chelsea debut and did that cool celebration, which is your signature move. You joked earlier that if he did it, you'd send the bailiffs to Rodgers' door. He scored – did you really think he would do it? Did you two discuss it?

No, we didn't discuss it. But I knew he would do it, though we didn't plan to do it together. That's all something the outside media likes to focus on.

Everyone wants to know, Cole – if Morgan Rodgers scores 20 goals this season, will you consider giving him the right to use that celebration?

If he pays me, I'll consider it, haha.

Last season was difficult. You couldn't consistently threaten opponents in your usual way. In your opinion, what was the reason?

Many reasons, mainly injuries.

Yes – was it physical or mental?

Both, because when you're injured, you think: "I can't do certain things anymore," which causes you to overthink – like not being able to do the movements you're used to doing, and you worry those movements might cause you pain or something. But I've overcome that now.

New manager Enzo Maresca told us last week that you're world class, and he said that if you find your rhythm in the game and build chemistry with your teammates, you'll have a great season. Did he tell you that? What was his main advice?

He just told me to play freely, because he knows what I can do when I'm in good form. I feel I can take the ball anywhere on the pitch and find areas where I can be dangerous – that's what he told me.

This summer you reunited with Morgan Rodgers, forming a trident. You and Rodgers have been friends since you were 14. He was part of Manchester City's academy. I heard you also persuaded him to move to Chelsea. What did you say to him at that time? What could you two achieve together?

I just told him that he would make a big difference. We're also recruiting a lot of players, so we'll have a great team, and we can achieve something together.

Can you explain your chemistry with Rodgers in your own words? What does he do, and what do you need to do to achieve the best synergy?

I think we're two different types of players. He's more physical and powerful, while I'm more technical.

Next is a quick-fire round. Which would you prefer – driving the home crowd wild or silencing the away fans?

Driving the home crowd wild.

Which would you prefer – scoring a rabona or a chip from the penalty spot?

The first one.

Which would you prefer – having David Beckham's free-kick ability or the ability to fly?

The ability to fly.

Why?

Because it's cool.

Which would you prefer – being an NBA star or an NFL star?

An NBA star, because they earn more.

If you weren't a footballer, what profession would you most likely have? Rapper, racing driver, teacher?

DJ or tennis player.

Which would you choose – winning 1-0 or winning 5-4? Why?

Personally, I'd choose to win 5-4, but defenders would say 1-0. I think 5-4 would be more fun. In the end, isn't that the beauty of football?

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

Probably the Club World Cup.

For those of us who haven't experienced it, what's the best thing about being a professional footballer?

Being able to do what you love every day.

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

I'm not sure, maybe the pressure that comes with it – I'm not certain.

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