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Cole Palmer backs Chelsea prodigy Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli for first-team breakthrough
Chelsea star Cole Palmer has made a big claim about teenage sensation Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli.
The Blues are preparing to take on London rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Sydney Super Cup, and the England international has tipped the 16-year-old for greatness.
Palmer spoke alongside manager Xabi Alonso at the press conference ahead of Saturday’s game , and was asked about Nicoll-Jazuli.
According to Palmer, the young midfielder has all the qualities required to make it as a first-team player at the club.
“He’s funny,” Palmer said. “He’s confident. He’s only 16. But he’s got all the attributes to play at this club. Even next season he could possibly be ready.
“It’s on him if he wants to work hard and keep his focus. But he definitely has all the talents to do what he wants.”
Palmer’s endorsement speaks…
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