Pep Guardiola’s Reaction to Cole Palmer’s Refusal to Pass to Kevin De Bruyne Speaks Volumes
In a shocking revelation, former Manchester City defender Joleon Lescott has claimed that Pep Guardiola knew Cole Palmer was special because he refused to pass to Kevin De Bruyne in training. The revelation has sparked a debate among football fans, with many questioning why Palmer left Manchester City for Chelsea last summer.
Palmer, who joined Chelsea for a reported fee of £42.5 million, has since become one of the Blues’ most important players, scoring 32 goals in 89 appearances across all competitions. His impressive form has also earned him a call-up to Gareth Southgate’s England squad for Euro 2024.
So, what did Guardiola think of Palmer’s decision to leave Manchester City? According to Lescott, the Spanish coach understood Palmer’s desire to leave, stating that he was "shy" and "wanted to leave" after two seasons of asking for a transfer.
Guardiola’s comments have sparked a debate about whether Palmer was right to leave Manchester City. While some argue that Palmer was right to seek a new challenge, others believe that he should have stayed and fought for his place in the team.
The stats suggest that Palmer’s decision to leave Manchester City was a wise one. Under Guardiola, Palmer struggled to break into the first team, with many of his appearances coming off the bench. In contrast, at Chelsea, he has become a regular starter and has already scored more goals than he managed in his entire Manchester City career.
It’s clear that Palmer’s decision to leave Manchester City was motivated by a desire to play more regularly and challenge himself at a higher level. Whether or not he was right to leave, only time will tell. One thing is certain, however – Palmer’s decision to refuse to pass to Kevin De Bruyne in training speaks volumes about his confidence and ambition.
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