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Matt Verri

Cole Palmer reveals doubts over Chelsea move before he was 'persuaded' to make move from Man City

Cole Palmer has revealed he needed to be “persuaded” to join Chelsea when considering his options away from Manchester City.

The 22-year-old arrived at Stamford Bridge for £42.5million last year and has made a huge impact for Chelsea, scoring 22 goals and providing 11 assists in his first Premier League season at the club.

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