Roberto De Zerbi confirms Brighton tried to sign Cole Palmer from Man City before Chelsea swooped
Cole Palmer has established himself as a Chelsea superstar but could have flourished at another team.
The 22-year-old was part of city of manchesterThe team won the treble last season but was limited to just 25 appearances.
The goals in the Community Shield and the UEFA Super Cup for the Citizens caught the attention of the 'bleus', who captured him in a deal worth £40 million.
And speaking ahead of his team's home clash against Chelsea Wednesday night – live on talkSPORT 2 – Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi has revealed that the Seagulls were in the running for his signature.
In his pre-match press conference, the Italian said: “We tried to bring him into the transfer market last summer.
“The qualities of palmer They are clear to everyone, but not when he played for Manchester City.
“This season he is playing very well and scoring a lot of goals.”
Warning his players about the abilities of the versatile attacking midfielder, From Zerbi He added: “Palmer's quality is very high.
“Tomorrow will be a problem for us because he can start in the winger position and also enter or play as a number ten.”
Palmer has been nothing short of sensational since moving to west London, which has seen him nominated for the Premier League Young Player of the Year award.
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In an impressive season so far, Palmer has contributed 21 goals and ten assists in 32 top-flight games.
Only shooter in town Erling Haaland He has scored more in the division than Palmer this season. Palmer has become the first Chelsea player in Premier League history to reach double figures in goals and assists in his first campaign.
His form has seen him labeled as one of the The best players in the world. by Blues captain Reece James.
Meanwhile, Graeme Souness has recommended Palmer play a role big role with Gareth Southgate at the next European Championship in Germany.
