'Mad innit' - Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer ranks Barcelona Lamine Yamal as the best wonderkid in the world as he opens up on facing 17-year-old sensation in Euro 2024 final

Lamine Yamal had a terrific outing with Barcelona in the 2023-24 campaign as he appeared in 50 matches across all competitions where he scored seven goals and provided nine assists while being just 16. He then capped off the season with a stellar outing with Spain as he helped them win their second European championship title, beating England in the final.

One of the England stars who featured in the Euro 2024 final in Berlin was Chelsea sensation Cole Palmer, who hailed the Barcelona star as the best wonderkid in the world. He ranked Yamal at the top followed by placing Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo in the second spot and slotted Dutch star Xavi Simons at the third position.

Speaking to Sky Sports about Yamal, Palmer said: "Mad innit. I didn't really see much of him in the season but I played against him in the Euros final, like just to watch him... mad. He's so good."

The 22-year-old attacker will be back in action for Enzo Maresca's side on Saturday as they take on Manchester City in a crucial Premier League encounter at Etihad Stadium.