Palmer made this known while speaking ahead of Chelsea’s English Premier League (EPL) clash against Sunderland at the Stadium of Light on Sunday.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Chelsea attacking midfielder Cole Palmer has claimed Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is the best player in the English Premier League (EPL).
The England international stated this while speaking to Sky Sports ahead of the Blue’s clash with Sunderland in the Premier League on Sunday.
Haaland has been impressive since joining Manchester City from Borussia Dortmund in 2022.
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Since moving to England from Germany, the 26-year-old Norwegian has scored 121 goals for the Citizens in 141 appearances.
Speaking on Haaland’s exploits in the EPL, Palmer acknowledged that the forward is strong and always scores goals.
Asked to name the best player in the English top-flight league, the Blues star responded, “Haaland. He’s very strong.”
Palmer added, “Even at the World Cup, he scored for Norway. He always scores, and… yeah, that’s why.”
