Palmer signs new Chelsea contract until 2034

Cole Palmer signs a new Chelsea contract on improved terms until 2034, one of the longest active deals in the Premier League. Cole Palmer has been involved in six goals in seven matches for Chelsea in the early part of the season Cole Palmer has signed a new Chelsea contract on improved terms until 2034. The England international, 24, was already under contract until 2033 but is being rewarded for his performances following his emergence as one of Chelsea's key attacking players. He is also increasingly viewed as a dressing-room leader behind the scenes. The deal leaves Palmer on one of the longest contracts in the Premier League, with only Manchester City's Erling Haaland and Chelsea team-mates Joao Pedro and Geovany Quenda also contracted to 2034.

Palmer signed his previous contract only two years ago having joined in a £42.5m move from Manchester City in 2023. The renewal is the latest in a series of contract extensions at Chelsea designed to reward established and emerging players while maintaining the club's wage structure. Joao Pedro also signed a new contract until 2034 in August, followed by Pedro Neto signing a new six-year contract last month. Palmer has developed a strong understanding with the Brazil forward, while also rekindling his on-pitch partnership with his "best friend in football", Morgan Rogers, during the