Cole Palmer among three big-name players left out of Chelsea's Europa Conference League squad

Cole Palmer has been left out of Chelsea's squad for the league stage of the Europa Conference League competition.

The decision has been made with load management in mind as the Blues face the prospect of competing in five competitions this season.

Romeo Lavia and Wesley Fofana were also left out.

Palmer has been ChelseaThe best player since he arrived from Manchester City last season.

In his first season at Stamford Bridge, the 22-year-old scored 25 goals and provided 15 assists in a standout campaign.

And he has picked up where he left off in the new 2024/25 season, with one goal and four assists to his name in three Premier League games so far.

As a result of his performances last year, Palmer was called up to the England squad. Euro 2024 team and even scored in the Euro 2024 final against Spain.

Since then, it has also been Named on the list of 30 candidates for the Ballon d'Or alongside stars such as Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland and Vinicius Jr.

Chelsea qualified for the league stage of the European competition after beating Servette 3-2 in two playoff round games.

As a result, they Qualified for the league phase of the Conference League where they will face six matches before having the prospect of reaching the knockout stage of the competition.

Those matches are against Gent, Panathinaikos, Noah, Heidenheim, Astana and Shamrock Rovers.

If Chelsea make it to the last 16, Enzo Maresca It could add a maximum of three players during the winter period.

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If the Blues are to prosper in all competitions this season, they will face the prospect of an 80-game season.

In addition to their 38-match Premier League campaign, Chelsea will compete in the FA Cup, EFL Cup and European Conference League.

They will then take part in the 32-team Club World Cup to be held next summer from June 15 to July 13, 2025.