Cole Palmer Names Eden Hazard as His Chelsea Idol
England international Cole Palmer has revealed that former Chelsea winger Eden Hazard is his footballing idol. Palmer joined Chelsea from Manchester City in 2023 and has quickly become a key player for the Blues.
Palmer has made a significant impact at Chelsea, reminiscent of Hazard’s arrival after the club’s 2012 Champions League victory. While their playing styles differ, Palmer admires Hazard’s ability to excite and entertain fans.
In an interview with The Premier League, Palmer expressed his desire to play alongside Hazard, citing him as his dream Chelsea teammate.
“If I could play with one Chelsea icon, it’d be for sure Eden Hazard,” he told The Premier League on YouTube.
“Eden Hazard. Our game is different but I try to be as exciting as Hazard.”