Chelsea welcome Palmer back for Bournemouth as groin issue eases
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29-second readXabi Alonso has defended Cole Palmer’s commitment to England after Thomas Tuchel questioned his availability, while confirming the Chelsea forward is fit to face Bournemouth.
Get Chelsea news and updates by making Chelsea News a preferred source on Google. Alonso says Palmer is committed and ready Palmer withdrew from England’s recent squad with a groin-related issue, but is available for Chelsea’s match against Bournemouth on Saturday.
Alonso told the Guardian: “He’s committed but he needs to be fully fit to play.” Tuchel had criticised the forward’s international availability, saying Palmer “misses too many opportunities” to represent England and questioning whether he wanted to be part of the squad.
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Cole Palmer is fit to face Bournemouth as Xabi Alonso defends his England commitment after a groin issue, with Chelsea monitoring other injuries.
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