Cole Palmer opens up on rare summer break and fresh start under Alonso

After a stop-start season and an England snub, Cole Palmer returns to Chelsea feeling fresh and ready to impress new boss Xabi Alonso.

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What happened. Cole Palmer spoke to the media ahead of Chelsea's pre-season friendly against Tottenham, discussing his extended summer break, his England World Cup omission, and his excitement about playing under new manager Xabi Alonso.

• Palmer had seven weeks off, a rarity for him, and feels fresh.
• He is eager to bounce back after an injury-hit season.
• Chelsea signed his close pal Morgan Rogers for £117m.

“My summer was great. I had like seven weeks off, which I’ve never really had. It was good.”

— Cole Palmer

Palmer is set for a fresh start under Xabi Alonso, with Chelsea's pre-season campaign underway.

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