Chelsea Ties Contracts Until 2033 And Raises Cole Palmer's Salary

Chelsea extended the contract for striker Cole Palmer. (X/@ChelseaFC)

JAKARTA - Chelsea extended the contract of striker Cole Palmer until 2033. Palmer's salary was raised which made him one of the players with the highest salary at the club.

Palmer got a two-year contract renewal from Chelsea. This makes the 22-year-old striker under contract with Chelsea for the next nine years. Because the contract only expires in 20233.

Not only that, Palmer's salary also increased from 80 thousand pounds to 120 thousand pounds or approximately 2.4 billion rupiahs each week. The salary is the same as that received by Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo.

Veteran striker Raheem Sterling becomes the highest-paid player at Chelsea, amounting to 300 thousand pounds each week. Followed by full-back Ben Chilwell who pocketes a salary of 200 thousand pounds each week.

Although he still gives high salaries to players, Chelsea has cut salaries since the club was no longer owned by Roman Abramovich. Previously in the Russian era, players received a minimum salary of more than 200 thousand pounds each week.

Palmer himself was recruited from Manchester City in September last year. Together with Chelsea, he established himself as one of the leading forwards in the English Premier League.

Last season, the 22-year-old striker was able to score 22 goals. He also only lost sharply to striker Man City Erling Haaland. Success in the Premier League brought Palmer into the England squad competing at Euro 2024.

Palmer, who appeared as a substitute in the Euro final against Spain, scored one goal. Unfortunately England failed again after losing 2-1.

Chelsea gave him a long-term contract as part of the club's policy of relying on young players. Palmer also admitted that he was happy that his contract was renewed before the competition rolled out.

"I achieved a lot of achievements in the first season here. I hope to continue to add to the experience with this big club. Not only that, I also want to bring success and trophies to Chelsea," Palmer said.

Palmer is confirmed to be part of Enzo Maresca's new manager team-design. The club hopes Palmer will make a bigger contribution this season.

Only the Blues face a tough test in the first match in the domestic competition. This West London club already has to face defending champion Man City at Stamford Bridge, Sunday, August 18, 2024 evening WIB.