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    ‘He promised me’: Gianfranco Zola reveals Cole Palmer pledge as Chelsea icons meet for first time after EA FC comment

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    GIANFRANCO ZOLA has revealed how Cole Palmer has promised to take him for dinner when he scores his next free-kick.Palmer, 22, wasn’t too sure of who the Chelsea legend was when asked about him last month.Gianfranco Zola has revealed a promise Cole Palmer made for when he scores his next free-kickCredit: instagram @premierleaguePalmer ranked 25th in the Ballon d’Or this yearCredit: GettyBut Zola believes that with practice he could win the whole thingCredit: GettyInstead, what he did know was Zola, 58, was an Icon card on the popular video game series EA Sports FC, previously known as Fifa.By that reckoning, Palmer insisted: “I know he’s an icon on Fifa so he must have been good. “I didn’t really watch him play but everyone says he was a great player.”However, the pair have now had the chance to meet up and get properly acquainted with one another.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPlaying a quickfire game of “Who has the better?” for a video shared to social media, Zola and Palmer took turns pointing at one another when they believed the other person was the answer to the question.The first question asked who has the better first touch, to which Zola pointed at Palmer. Palmer was surprised when Zola again pointed at him after being asked who has better skills.The third question saw them asked who has the better card on EAFC, to which Palmer promptly pointed at Zola, explaining how the Italian had an 87-rated Icon card while he had an 85-rated player card.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe pair were then asked, who is the best free-kick taker, Palmer quickly pointed to Zola before insisting his was just luck.In response, Zola said: “No, there is no luck, its ability. ‘You couldn’t’ – Ice cold Cole Palmer shuts down Amelia Dimoldenberg in viral interview at GQ’s Men of the Year awardsZola then revealed a promise the England international had made to him.He continued: “But he needs to practice more.”He promised me he’s going to. He told me he’s going to take me for dinner if he scores after practicing.”The comment prompted a laugh from Palmer, who then nodded to Zola.Finally, they were asked who had the best celebration, with Zola pointing to Palmer before doing his “chilly” celebration.Zola played 312 games for Chelsea between 1996 and 2003, scoring 80 goals.By contrast, Palmer only joined the Blues in 2023 but has already scored 32 goals in 58 games. However, Zola has previously said he believes Palmer, who placed 25th on this year’s Ballon d’Or list, has the potential to compete for the full trophy.He said: “He needs to work a lot on his game, of course, because he is still young and there are things that can make him better.“And if he does that, he can be in contention for the Ballon d’Or because the numbers and the skills are there.“There is still work to do but potentially he can do that. “He has a very, very good coach to work with in Maresca and I am sure he will make sure he works on that.”Palmer pulled out of Lee Carsley’s final England squad due to injury concerns that had also seen him be doubtful for the Arsenal draw before the international break.READ MORE SUN STORIESEnzo Maresca said Palmer and team-mate Levi Colwill would be assessed before determining for certain whether they would be available to play Leicester this weekend. He said: “Some of them are better, some of them are still doubts and also we need to wait because today is the first session that we do with all the players who were with their national team.” More

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      Meet Cole Palmer’s stunning nail artist girlfriend who joined the Chelsea star at the GQ Men of the Year event

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      COLE Palmer and his stunning girlfriend Connie Grace appear to be official.Palmer, 22, was first pictured holidaying in Ibiza with the blonde beauty in August.Meet Cole Palmer’s stunning girlfriend Connie GraceCredit: instagram @conniegrace_The pair were first spotted on a boat off the coast of IbizaCredit: instagram @conniegrace_Connie Grace shows off her enviable curves and amazing bikini bodyCredit: instagram @conniegrace_Palmer and Connie went public officially for the first at the GQ Men of the Year eventCredit: RexThe pair were all smiles as they relaxed on a boat and rode the waves on a paddleboard together for a summer getaway.And their romance has moved on somewhat since.They were snapped as he held his hand at the PFA Young Player of the Year award in September.Now, beautiful Connie has joined Palmer at the GQ Men of the Year event at the Kensington Roof Gardens – making it their first photographic debut at a specific public event.READ MORE ON WAGSShe dazzled with the Blues midfielder in a daring cut-out dress.They were joined by Palmer’s mum, Marie at the bash in London.Who is the girl that stolen Palmer’s heart? Find out more below. Local girlShe is from Palmer’s home town of Manchester – where she works as a nail artist and manicurist.Most read in FootballThe stunner operates from a Stockport beauty salon, where a full set of acrylic nails in a plain colour would set you back a reasonable £35.Meet the new Wags of the Premier League season, from a Belgian interior designer to a Portuguese modelOn Instagram. Connie is hugely popular. She has over 18,000 followers.And she loves to share photos of her travelling the world – from Bali to Dubai.Well traveledA quick glimpse through her social media shows she loves going overseas.Palmer clearly whisked her off her feet in August, when she took a private jet to Ibiza for their break.Then in September, she shared photos of a trip to Rome.While they have kept their romance private on Instagram, with the odd like shared by Palmer on some of her glam photos, Connie revealed herself as a true fan.She recently shared a photo sat in a box at Stamford Bridge.read more sport featuresShe is a nail artist and manicuristCredit: instagram @conniegrace_She has 18,000 followers on InstagramCredit: InstagramConnie enjoyed getting close to PalmerCredit: instagram @conniegrace_She was seen smiling and riding a paddleboard with himCredit: InstagramConnie hails from Manchester like PalmerCredit: InstagramThe beauty is often seen on glam holidays on her Instagram pageCredit: instagram @conniegrace_Most recently, Connie showed off her view at Stamford BridgeCredit: instagram @conniegrace_ More

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      ‘You couldn’t’ – Ice cold Cole Palmer shuts down Amelia Dimoldenberg in viral interview at GQ’s Men of the Year awards

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      COLE PALMER had fans in stitches as he quickly shut down Amelia Dimoldenberg in a cheeky interview.The pair met on the red carpet at GQ’s Men of the Year awards.Cole Palmer and Amelia Dimoldenberg had an interesting exchange on the red carpetCredit: X @BritishGQPalmer had a cheeky retort for one tricky questionCredit: X @BritishGQAnd Palmer put his interviewer on the spot with some clever retorts, comfortably dealing with Amelia’s trademark awkward style.He was asked a string of questions from his potential to be a pundit to whether he would rather score an own goal or be substituted in the first half.Palmer, 22, manoeuvred each question with composure before turning things back around on Amelia, after she asked whether he would score a bicycle kick or a goal from his own half.The Chelsea star replied saying: “It’s tough I don’t know. I feel a bicycle kick is harder.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAmelia interjected, saying: “I could probably do both.””You couldn’t”, Palmer hit back immediately, before adding: “I can’t really do a bicycle kick though.”Fans loved the reaction with some suggesting it is another example of ‘Cold Palmer’ in action.One fan said: “You couldn’t”🧊🥶”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnother added: “Haha classic Cole Palmer response 🤣”A third wrote: “Did cole palmer kinda keep up with Amelia… whaaat.”Chelsea Cole Palmer reveals his favourite post-match meal which includes ‘chippy chips’ More

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      Cole Palmer makes first public appearance with girlfriend at GQ Men of the Year… and brings his MUM along too

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      COLE PALMER charmed the red carpet with his choice of two extra special companions at a glamorous GQ Men of the Year event.The England winger and his girlfriend – fellow Mancunian Connie Grace – made their first public appearance together.Cole Palmer and girlfriend Connie Grace looked ultra elegant togetherCredit: RexCole was also with mum Marie at the big do in LondonCredit: RexConnie reportedly met Palmer in their native Manchester but it was on holiday in Ibiza back in August where they were spotted outCredit: InstagramPalmer has joked he ‘just wears trackies’ away from the cameraCredit: GettyPalmer and Kobbie Mainoo made the front cover of GQCredit: Dan Martensen / GQAnd Palmer’s mum Marie was also alongside the Chelsea hero at the Kensington Roof Gardens bash in London.The two main women in the life of the ex-Manchester City starlet were snapped next to him separately – but with equal elegance.Palmer himself went for the timeless look of black tuxedo and bowtie.Connie, a nail artist, opted for a daring cut-out dress in the same colour.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn tandem, that meant a partnership as stylish as they come – in fashion or in football.Meanwhile, Marie wore a shimmering black dress and carried a matching clutch-bag on an occasion that underlined the great value Palmer places on his family.The 22-year-old credits dad Jermaine for teaching him all he knows about football, claiming: “He was Pep before I met Pep [Man City boss Guardiola].”Cole’s elder sister Hallie completes the happy unit.Most read in FootballThe nail artist is now in a relationship with PalmerCredit: instagram @conniegrace_Connie was on a holiday with him three months agoCredit: instagram @conniegrace_FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThree Lions’ pal Kobbie Mainoo was also at the London night-out – after he and Palmer adorned the cover of GQ’s magazine’s Men of the Year edition for December.Mainoo’s garb was brasher – a loose-fitting, leather-look suit and white T-shirt.Cole Palmer gives injury boost ahead of Arsenal clash as Chelsea star seen at Stamford BridgeBut in their GQ interview each was dressed in an array of spectacular outfits for the accompanying interview.However, it was in that chat when Palmer joked “I just wear trackies” – when away from the spotlight.Tuesday evening is not the first time he’s posed in public with Connie.They were snapped as he held his PFA Young Player of the year award in September.But the GQ do is their photographic debut together at a specific public event.Palmer and Connie were initially spotted in August – during an Ibiza holiday.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd he might have had a little downtime over the past week too – as one of nine players to drop out of the England squad due to fitness issues.But apart from taking in a Wrexham game, Palmer was spotted at a McDonald’s Drive Thru – suggesting his taste in food is just as casual as his ‘trackie’ taste in clothes!Palmer was joined by Usain Bolt at the eventCredit: GettyKobbie Mainoo was another big name at the London eventCredit: RexMainoo looked to be loving his cool outfitCredit: Rex More