"Cole Palmer has struggled with a groin injury this season (Image credit: Getty Images) Chelsea have been forced to get used to life without Cole Palmer during an injury-hit start to the season for the forward. The England star has missed the Blues' past eight games since being withdrawn in the first half of the 2-1 defeat at Manchester United on September 20. Palmer has been troubled by a persistent groin injury and his return date, initially set for 'soon' after the October international break, has already been pushed back."
"Having initially hoped Palmer would be back soon after Chelsea returned to Premier League action following this month's international break, Blues head coach Enzo Maresca is now not expecting him back until December. Unfortunately, he needs to be out probably six more weeks, the Italian said on October 17. The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. Yes, absolutely [he still doesn't need surgery]. We try just to protect Cole as much as we can and the most important thing is that."
Cole Palmer has missed eight Chelsea games this season after being withdrawn in the first half of the 2-1 defeat at Manchester United on September 20 because of a persistent groin injury. His return, originally expected soon after the October international break, has been delayed and head coach Enzo Maresca now anticipates he will not be available until December, estimating roughly six more weeks out. Palmer has made four appearances this season, has not featured for England since June, and does not require surgery. Chelsea have won six and lost two of eight matches without him, including a 4-3 win over Wolves and a 2-1 loss to Sunderland that left the club ninth in the Premier League.
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