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Cole Palmer Fractures Toe at Home, Ruled Out of Chelsea’s Next Three Matches

Maresca says a home accident halts his groin comeback with no firm return date beyond a two-week absence.

Overview

  • Palmer stubbed the little toe on his left foot on a door at home, with Enzo Maresca confirming the toe is fractured.
  • He will miss the trip to Burnley on Saturday plus home fixtures against Barcelona on Tuesday and Arsenal on November 30.
  • Chelsea have not set a longer timeline, with Maresca stating he will be unavailable this week and next.
  • The 23-year-old had been close to returning from a groin injury, with recent training activity and a social media hint of an imminent comeback.
  • Maresca said the team must find solutions without him, noting Enzo Fernandez, Pedro Neto and Benoit Badiashile are available for Burnley.