Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has commented on midfielder Cole Palmer's decision to sign a new long-term agreement with the club, which runs until 2034. The Spanish coach described the young Englishman as a key element in the Blues' long-term project.
Speaking to the press, Alonso expressed his delight at the news:
We are happy for him. Happy for the club too. I'm sure the fans are excited as well.
The manager emphasised the need for continued development for Palmer and the support required from the coaching staff:
We have to push him forward and help him. We are only building our team, and he is important in every sense.
Alonso also highlighted the strategic significance of retaining young leaders within the squad, expressing confidence that Palmer will maintain his status as a world-class player for years to come. With a smile, he added:
I'm not the one dealing with contracts.
It’s worth noting that 24-year-old Palmer joined Chelsea from Manchester City in 2023 and has made a phenomenal impact, registering 91 goal involvements in 138 matches for the London club.
