Chelsea’s victory over Manchester United should have been a night of celebration, but the mood at Stamford Bridge has quickly turned somber. The Blues have been hit with devastating news: **Cole Palmer**, their brightest star this season, has picked up a serious injury.
Head coach **Enzo Maresca** cut a worried figure after the match, admitting that the setback could reshape Chelsea’s immediate future:
> *“It’s very difficult to imagine how we’ll cope without Palmer in the coming weeks,”* the Italian manager confessed.
Palmer has been instrumental for Chelsea, driving the attack with creativity, goals, and composure far beyond his years. His absence could leave a huge void as the Blues navigate a demanding stretch of fixtures.
For a team already balancing inconsistencies, losing their talisman at this stage is nothing short of a nightmare. Fans will now anxiously await updates on the severity of the injury and Palmer’s expected return date.