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Cole Palmer injury: Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca provides update after England star 'felt something' during Europa Conference League victory over Servette

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  • Palmer went down tunnel holding his leg
  • Maresca admits England star was suffering
  • Expected to feature against Wolves
  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    The attacking midfielder was seen heading down the tunnel while holding the back of his leg at full-time after the Conference League win against the Swiss side, sparking fears of a possible injury for the man who scored 25 goals for the Blues in all competitions last season.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    While Maresca says the 22-year-old was struggling with some discomfort, the new manager downplayed the severity of the issue as he expects Palmer to be available for the Stamford Bridge team's next game.

  • WHAT MARESCA SAID

    "Cole, he felt something but he looks fine," Maresca said at a press conference. "They have already checked him. He looks fine, he is okay. Hopefully there is no problem and he can be involved in Sunday's game."

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    WHAT NEXT FOR PALMER?

    Palmer will hope to be involved again when the London club visit Wolves in their next Premier League game on Sunday. A week later, they will come up against Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge.