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Major Chelsea boost as key player available after injury lay-off

Palmer had been out with a groin injury and then a broken toe — Palmer had been out with a groin injury and then a broken toe (John Walton/PA)

Cole Palmer is available to make his long-awaited return from injury for Chelsea against Premier League leaders Arsenal on Sunday.
The 23-year-old England international has been sidelined for two months due to a groin injury and a fractured toe.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca welcomed Palmer back, describing him as the club's 'best player' and expressing happiness for his return.
Chelsea currently sits second in the league, six points behind Arsenal, and could significantly reduce the gap with a win at Stamford Bridge.
Maresca stated it is 'too early' to consider Chelsea title contenders, irrespective of the result against Arsenal, given the season's early stage.

Cole Palmer available to make injury return against Arsenal in major Chelsea boost — In full