Published 12:11 IST, February 17th 2024

Guardiola sounds alarm on Chelsea star's 'INCREDIBLE THREAT' in anticipation of upcoming showdown

Guardiola raises concerns about Chelsea star's 'incredible threat' ahead of their imminent clash, intensifying anticipation for the showdown.

Reported by: Aryan Suraj Chadha
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Manchester City Pep Guardiola | Image: AP
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In a highly anticipated Premier League clash, Manchester City is set to face off against Chelsea today. With both teams boasting impressive recent records, this fixture promises to be a thrilling showdown. Manchester City currently occupies second position in league standings, having won four of ir last five matches, while Chelsea sits in 10th position with a strong showing in ir recent fixtures. As se two footballing giants collide, fans can expect an electrifying battle at Etihad Stadium.

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Pep Guardiola believes ‌Cole Palmer could be a major threat to his side on Saturday 

Manchester City's head coach, Pep Guardiola, has praised midfielder Cole Palmer as a "incredible threat" as his team prepares to play Chelsea in Premier League. Palmer, who transferred from Manchester City to Chelsea in summer of 2023, will w face his previous team. Guardiola will face his former player, Palmer, in highly anticipated match at Etihad Stadium between reigning champions Manchester City and tenth-placed Chelsea. teen midfielder scored against Manchester City in ir previous game in vember 2023.

Guardiola accepted responsibility for Palmer's transfer to Chelsea before of crucial match, admitting that he chose or midfield alternatives over academy product. Palmer's move to Chelsea cost GBP 42.5 million during summer transfer window. Pep Guardiola spoke to media and said: 

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“After two or three seasons he wanted more minutes than last season. I understand completely. If Palmer had minutes I gave to Phil [Foden] from beginning, Cole Palmer would be here - but I didn't give m to him. That is my responsibility. Why? Because of Bernardo [Silva], Riyad [Mahrez], Phil. In that moment, I chose or ones,” 

“For young players, we always want m to stay but this is rmal. After one season it is nice, and second season, but third season it is, 'Oh guys, I want to play, I don't want to sit on bench'. It's rmal. We understand as a club. We got an offer from an incredible top club like Chelsea and I'm really happy for him. In all clubs se types of things happen,”

“We knew quality he has and impact he has shown this season is ermous. It is t just goals and assists, it is quality. He is an incredible threat for Chelsea. In future you will t forget. It looks easy, but it's t,”

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Spaniard praised Palmer furr, emphasising midfielder's huge contribution on Chelsea's success this season. Palmer is w leading goal-scoring rankings for Chelsea in Premier League, having scored a remarkable 10 goals thus far. This incredible performance emphasises Palmer's importance to Chelsea's success and his great goal-scoring ability on pitch.

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12:11 IST, February 17th 2024