VIDEO: Cole Palmer and Pep Guardiola share a laugh as Chelsea star and Man City boss reunite after Premier League showdown

Palmer made his return to the Etihad Stadium after leaving City for Chelsea in the summer of 2023. However, he could not weave magic against his former club as City came out on top with a 3-1 victory with Josko Gvardiol, Erling Haaland and Phil Foden sealing the win.

After the final whistle, cameras captured a heart-warming moment as Palmer and Guardiola reunited on the pitch. The former City midfielder was seen in conversation with his old manager, with both sharing a laugh as they made their way off the field. While the details of their discussion remain unknown, the mutual respect and affection between the two were evident.

Following the defeat, Palmer and Chelsea are focused on bouncing back in their next match with the Blues set to face West Ham at Stamford Bridge on Monday, February 3. Meanwhile, City will lock horns against Club Brugge on Wednesday in a Champions League clash.