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Xabi Alonso dismisses Piers Morgan’s criticism of Cole Palmer
Alonso says he doesn’t know Morgan’s remark and focuses on getting Palmer fully fit for upcoming matches.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso responded to British broadcaster Piers Morgan’s criticism of striker Cole Palmer on Monday, saying he was unaware of the comment and did not know Morgan personally.
Alonso told reporters, "I don’t know the comment, and I don’t know the guy," when asked about Morgan’s claim that Palmer was a “bottle‑job” for pulling out of three UEFA Nations League games citing injury (Sportskeeda). He added that Palmer’s priority is to be fully fit, enjoy his football and feel okay, noting the player struggled in the recent Premier League defeat to Brentford because of a lingering pubalgia issue.
Alonso said Palmer has been feeling better this week and that the club will use the first two weeks of the international break for his recovery. He emphasized that both Chelsea and the England national team need Palmer at full fitness.
Key facts
- Xabi Alonso said he does not know Piers Morgan’s comment about Cole Palmer. (sportskeeda.com)
- Alonso described Palmer’s recent injury as pubalgia and said he is feeling better. (sportskeeda.com)
- Palmer missed three UEFA Nations League games after being called up by Thomas Tuchel. (sportskeeda.com)
Sources
- [1] sportskeeda.com — originally reported as “"I don’t know the guy" - Xabi Alonso hits back at Piers Morgan after comments about Chelsea star Cole Palmer”
