- Cole Palmer revealed his picks for the Premier League's most skilled players
- The 22-year-old has become a key figure for both club and country.
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Chelsea's rising star Cole Palmer has revealed his picks for the Premier League's most skilled players during a recent interview with Sky sports.
The 22-year-old, who has become a key figure for both club and country, shared his thoughts on three standout talents he has encountered throughout his career so far.
He named Manchester City's Phil Foden, Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze and West Ham's Mohammed Kudus as the three most skilful players he has faced.
When asked why he gave the top spot to his former Manchester City team-mate Foden, Palmer said: “Technically, it's a joke.”
Palmer went on to praise Eze, whom he placed second. The Chelsea star said: “He dribbles past people like they're not even there.”
When asked what made Kudus special, Palmer said, “Everything.” He is fast, strong and technically good. “Yes, I think he is a very, very, very good player.”
Chelsea's rising star Cole Palmer has revealed his picks for the Premier League's most skilled players during a recent interview with Sky Sports.
He credited Eberechi Eze (left) for dribbling past players as if they weren't even there.
Palmer has also ranked the most skilled young talents. He named Lamine Yamal from Barcelona, Kobbie Mainoo from Manchester United and Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig.
Palmer began by praising Barcelona's teenage sensation Yamal, ranking him as the ultimate wonder boy.
The 17-year-old Spain international dazzled during Euro 2024, where he played a key role in Spain's victory over England in the final.
Although Palmer scored for the Three Lions in the 73rd minute, it was Yamal who stole the show in Spain's 2-1 win.
Reflecting on the Euro final, Palmer said: 'When he played against us in the final, just to see him… angry. It's so good.'
Next on Palmer's list was Mainoo, the promising Manchester United midfielder.
The 18-year-old impressed during the Euros as part of Gareth Southgate's England squad and stood out in training.
Palmer, who trained alongside Mainoo, was quick to highlight his talent: 'He was one of the best players in training every day. He's very, very good.'
Finally, Palmer placed Xavi Simons in third position.
The Dutch midfielder shone for the Netherlands during the tournament, putting in a memorable performance against England in the semi-finals with a stunning goal to open the scoring. Of Simons, Palmer commented: “Really good player.”
Palmer has gone from a promising young talent to a key player at senior level. Since his move from Manchester City to Chelsea, the playmaker has solidified his reputation as one of the most exciting English players in football.
