Cole Palmer shouldn’t go straight back into Chelsea’s starting lineup - Enzo Fernandez has stolen the shirt from him.

That's the view of talkSPORT's chief football correspondent, Alex Crook , who believes the Blues talisman must re-earn his place in the team after being declared fit to start against Arsenal on Sunday.

Will Cole Palmer play against Arsenal?

Palmer hasn't featured since limping off in his side's 2-1 defeat to Manchester United on September 30.

The 23-year-old has struggled with a persistent groin injury, before most recently suffering a broken toe.

But Chelsea have been handed a boost ahead of their top of the table clash with the Gunners, as head coach Enzo Maresca confirmed Palmer is set to be named in the matchday squad.

Asked whether he is ready to pla

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