Cole Palmer Fit and Available for Chelsea Ahead of Arsenal Clash

Chelsea have received a significant boost ahead of their upcoming Premier League showdown with
Arsenal as midfielder Cole Palmer remains fully fit and available for selection, according to verified
reports from reputable football sources.

Despite rumours circulating online suggesting that Palmer was returning from a “long injury,” checks
across Sky Sports, BBC Sport, The Athletic, and official Chelsea updates confirm that the 22-year-old has
not suffered any recent long-term injury and has been training normally with the squad.
Palmer has featured regularly this season and continues to be one of Chelsea’s most influential players.
Ahead of the clash with Arsenal, team insiders and training-ground updates indicate that the midfielder
is:

• In full training
• Match-fit
• Available for selection
• Expected to play a key role, depending on the manager’s tactical plans

Chelsea’s coaching staff have made no mention of a setback, and the Premier League’s official injury list
does not include Palmer among unavailable players.
A review of official club briefings, press conferences, and trusted journalists, including Fabrizio
Romano, shows no record of Palmer undergoing a long injury recovery in recent weeks. Instead, he has
remained a consistent presence in Chelsea’s matchday squads whenever available.

This clarity is important, as the rumours of a long-term injury have been traced to unverified social
media posts rather than credible sources.
With Chelsea set to face Arsenal in what is expected to be a high-intensity London derby, Palmer’s
creativity, composure, and goal threat will be crucial. His availability strengthens Chelsea’s attacking
options and provides the manager with much-needed stability in midfield.

As the team prepares for one of their toughest fixtures of the season, Palmer’s confirmed fitness comes
as welcome news to supporters hoping for a strong performance at the Emirates.

By Oyinkansola Shittu.

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