Arsenal’s surge in the Premier League title race has prompted Ian Wright to express his admiration for a Chelsea standout he believes would have been a perfect fit for the Gunners.
Following Arsenal’s commanding 4-1 victory over Newcastle United, which closed the gap at the top to just two points, Wright reflected on the season’s progress. Despite Arsenal’s slip from last season’s top spot to third, the team remains in contention, trailing league leaders Liverpool by a narrow margin.
As anticipation mounts for Liverpool’s clash with Chelsea in the Carabao Cup final, Wright shared his thoughts on Cole Palmer, the emerging talent who made the switch to Stamford Bridge from Manchester City last summer.
Palmer’s impressive performances, including being the top scorer for Chelsea this season with 12 goals, have caught Wright’s attention. In his Wrighty’s House podcast, Wright expressed his admiration for Palmer’s abilities, indicating a preference for the young talent over Riyad Mahrez, who also left Manchester City last summer.
Wright hinted at Palmer’s potential to offer Arsenal something unique, underscoring the value he could bring to the team.