‘That old-school No.10, the player that everyone looks for, is a dying breed in the modern game, but Cole Palmer is that player for Chelsea’ Tony Dorigo on the England star’s throwback qualities

Cole Palmer of Chelsea celebrates scoring his side's second goal during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur FC and Chelsea FC at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on December 08, 2024 in London, England. .

When Chelsea shelled out £40 million to sign Cole Palmer from Manchester City at the start of the 2023/24 season, not everyone was convinced by the move.

Some baulked at the price tag for such a young player who had shown promise at City, but not been able to nail down a regular starting place, while others believed it was a risk worth taking.