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Cole Palmer thinks one Chelsea teammate is an underrated gem

Cole Palmer was full of praise for Romeo Lavia following his quality performance during Chelsea's recent 2-0 win against Manchester United.

By Leah Jones · The Pride Of London

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 7:33 PM

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Cole Palmer praised Chelsea teammate Romeo Lavia as an underrated midfielder following a 2-0 win over Manchester United.
Palmer stated that Lavia was the best player on the pitch and that people still overlook his quality.
Lavia contributed directly to the opening goal by winning possession before Morgan Rogers scored.

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Cole Palmer strongly praised Chelsea teammate Romeo Lavia following the club's 2-0 victory over Manchester United. Speaking to the club's official website, the England international stated that supporters still do not realize how good Lavia is, describing the 22-year-old as one of his favorite midfielders and the best player on the pitch during Saturday's match.

Lavia played an instrumental role in Chelsea's win, winning possession before Morgan Rogers drove forward to score the opening goal. Writer Leah Jones notes that while fitness issues have previously limited the midfielder's impact at Stamford Bridge, his control and composure make him a vital asset for manager Xabi Alonso.

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