England U21 release Palmer to Chelsea

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16 Oct 2023 • 1:18 PM MYT
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Chelsea youngster Cole Palmer has returned early from international duty due to injury.

The talented former Manchester City star has picked up a dead leg during an England under-21 clash.

Palmer sustained the injury during his team's 9-1 win against Serbia on Thursday.

The Sun's Jordan Davies tweeted: "Lee Carsley reveals Cole Palmer will not travel with the #ENG U21s to Slovakia to face Ukraine tomorrow night.

"Has returned to Chelsea after picking up a dead leg in his right quad during the 9-1 victory over Serbia on Thursday. Decided not to risk him."

Chelsea fans will be relieved to know that Palmer's injury is not more serious.