Cole Palmer left an indelible mark on the Club World Cup final after leading Chelsea to a brilliant performance against PSG.
The young English striker scored two goals and provided an assist in a match that will be remembered, not only for the trophy won, but also for the individual performance that shocked European football.
His impact was so decisive that the Parisian team - direct rivals in this match - decided to do everything to transfer him.
Paris is ready to push the envelope. PSG's sporting directors have prepared an ambitious plan to secure the services of the 23-year-old, and according to sources close to the operation, the club is ready to make a historic offer: 250 million euros.
This would be one of the highest figures ever offered in the transfer market, reflecting absolute confidence in the potential of the talent emerging from Manchester City's academy.
However, Stamford Bridge is not considering his departure under any circumstances. Cole Palmer has gone from a promising young player to a key player in the London project in just two seasons.
His maturity on the pitch, his ability to trouble opponents and his instinct to score have convinced the club that the future is built around him. Chelsea, which has long lacked a clear leader, see in Palmer the figure around which to build a new era.
For his part, the player feels comfortable in London and has not given any sign of wanting to leave. The importance he has acquired in the Premier League and on the international scene guarantees him continuity and growth. On the other hand, PSG remains waiting for some small opportunity to start negotiations, although in West London the doors seem firmly closed./Express newspaper/
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