Chelsea’s Cole Palmer has been shortlisted for the Premier League Player of the Month award for December after a string of impressive performances.

The England midfielder played a pivotal role for the Blues, scoring five goals and providing one assist in seven league matches during the month. Palmer’s contributions have been crucial to Chelsea’s attacking setup under manager Enzo Maresca.

However, he faces tough competition for the award. Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah delivered a stunning December, recording seven goals and seven assists to keep the Reds at the top of the league. Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak is also a strong contender, having scored eight goals and provided two assists during the same period.

Palmer’s nomination reflects his growing importance to Chelsea and his remarkable individual form in what has been a challenging but promising season for the club. Fans will be eagerly waiting to see if Palmer can secure the accolade and further solidify his reputation as one of the league’s rising stars.