Chelsea's shining star Cole Palmer has delivered a brutally honest response after being shockingly axed from Gareth Southgate's final England squad for this summer's European Championship in Germany.
The 22-year-old attacking midfielder, who enjoyed a spectacular debut season at Stamford Bridge, took to social media with a pointed message that spoke volumes. Palmer simply posted: 'So it is...' accompanied by a thoughtful emoji, sending football fans into a frenzy of speculation and outrage.
This cryptic reaction comes after Southgate made the controversial decision to exclude the Premier League's Young Player of the Season from his 26-man squad, despite Palmer's extraordinary contributions throughout the campaign.
The numbers don't lie - Palmer finished as Chelsea's top scorer with an impressive 22 goals in the Premier League alone, adding 11 assists to cement his status as one of the most productive players in English football. His remarkable form earned him both Chelsea's Player of the Year and Players' Player of the Year awards.
Football fans have erupted in disbelief at Southgate's decision, with many calling it 'criminal' and 'unforgivable' to leave such a talented player at home. The omission becomes even more baffling when considering Palmer's previous England performances, where he scored a magnificent goal in his debut against Malta and converted a penalty in the dramatic shootout victory over Switzerland.
Southgate now faces mounting pressure and criticism as he prepares to lead his squad to Germany without one of English football's most exciting talents. The decision raises serious questions about selection criteria and whether current form is being properly valued in the international setup.
As Palmer returns to pre-season training with Chelsea, the football world continues to debate what many are calling one of the most perplexing squad omissions in recent England history.
