'To have a good team, we need a great Cole' - Alonso on Palmer

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso praised Cole Palmer's maturity and freedom following a three to two victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage. Palmer contributed both a goal and an assist in the match, which marked Alonso's first Premier League game in charge. As BBC Sport tells it, the manager believes his new squad is capable of achieving special things this season.

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