During Chelsea’s dominant 5-0 victory over West Ham in the Premier League over the weekend, Cole Palmer once again displayed his skill, reaching the same milestones as club legends Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard.
The young English talent wasted no time, scoring the first goal at Stamford Bridge just 15 minutes into the match.
Palmer, along with Conor Gallagher and Noni Madueke, played a crucial role in Chelsea’s strong performance.
Nicolas Jackson’s brace later secured the win, boosting Chelsea’s aspirations for success in Europe.
Palmer’s goal was his 21st in the Premier League, a remarkable achievement showcasing his abilities.
However, his influence goes beyond statistics.
At only 21 years old, he has now matched the accomplishments of Lampard and Drogba.
Lampard and Drogba share the record for the most Premier League home goals in a season for Chelsea, with each scoring 16 in different campaigns.
Palmer’s goal against West Ham puts him in the same category as these esteemed figures in Chelsea’s history.
Yet, the upcoming match against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge offers Palmer, once a Manchester City player, the chance to establish his own legacy as the sole record holder.