"Most complete player in the Prem", "Future Ballon d'Or winner" - Chelsea fans hail star after their win over Newcastle

Chelsea fans have waxed lyrical about Cole Palmer on social media following another sublime performance by the Englishman against Newcastle United. Palmer was on the scoresheet in the Blues’ 2-1 victory over the Magpies in the Premier League on Sunday, October 27.

Enzo Maresca’s side continued their fine form this season and have now recorded five wins, two draws, and two losses from nine games. Palmer was instrumental in the victory over Newcastle United. The 22-year-initiated the attack for the Blues’ first goal, which was scored by Nicolas Jackson in the 18th minute. Palmer delivered a fine through pass from his half to find Pedro Neto, who then set up Jackson for the opener.

Alexander Isak restored parity for Newcastle in the 32nd minute, but Palmer put his side ahead two minutes after the break as he slotted past Nick Pope to score the winner. Overall, it was a dominant display from the London club, with Cole Palmer being a standout performer.

Fans were in awe of Palmer’s performance in the game and took to X to lavish praise on him. Here are some reactions from fans:

“Most complete player in the prem.”

“Palmer is a world class player and a future ballon d'or winner,” another fan posted.

“World class finisher. World class passer. Cole Palmer can do it all,” a fan claimed.

“We might genuinely have the best player in the league again,” another fan chimed in.

“Cole Palmer, I have no more words. It is utterly insane what he is producing for Chelsea - that pass to Neto left me speechless in the ground, and the goal was typical him, taking control of the situation, that win is absolutely HUGE. #CFC,” a fan praised Palmer.

With this victory, Chelsea are ninth in the league standings with 17 points from nine games. They will next play Newcastle in the EFL Cup on Wednesday, October 30. They will then face Manchester United at Old Trafford on November 3.

How has Chelsea’s Cole Palmer performed so far this season?

Cole Palmer has been in sensational form for Chelsea in the 2024-25 season. The 22-year-old has scored seven goals and provided five assists in nine league games.

On match-day two, Palmer scored once and provided three assists as the Blues thrashed 6-2 Wolverhampton Wanderers away. His most notable performance, however, came during Chelsea’s 4-2 win over Brighton & Hove Albion in September. Palmer scored four first-half goals to guide his side to a thumping win.

The Englishman was named the Premier League Player of the Month for September. The 22-year-old has shown he's an instrumental player for Enzo Maresca's side and will be key to the club's aspirations this term.