Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo has shared how he first became aware of Cole Palmer’s exceptional talent through a conversation with Raheem Sterling during their time together at Manchester City.

Adarabioyo, who joined Chelsea in the summer after a stint with Fulham, revealed that Sterling had singled out Palmer as a future star even years before they became teammates at Stamford Bridge. 

Speaking to Sky Sports Premier League, Adarabioyo recalled Sterling’s glowing praise for Palmer’s abilities, particularly his sharpness in front of goal:

“I remember having a conversation with Raz [Sterling] years ago, whilst Raz was still at City, and we were speaking obviously about Phil [Foden] and all the other younger players, and then he said, Cole [Palmer], he said Cole is the truth.”

Adarabioyo admitted he was impressed by Sterling’s confidence in Palmer:

“I was like, wow! I was like, really, and he was like, yeah, that kid in and around the box is a different level.”

Palmer has since proven his worth at Chelsea, becoming one of the standout players under Enzo Maresca. Sterling’s foresight about Palmer’s potential underscores the young midfielder’s rise to prominence at Stamford Bridge.