Cole Palmer was fortunate to escape with an injury during Chelsea's 2-1 victory over Leicester City.The 22-year-old was on the receiving end of a challenge in the first half from Wilfred Ndidi, who

After back-to-back draws in the Premier League before the break, the Blues’ quest to return to winning ways kicks off against Maresca’s old side Leicester City. Despite guiding the club to promotion last term, the Italian ditched Leicester in the summer to join Chelsea following Mauricio Pochettino ’s exit.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has defended Manchester City's decision to let Cole Palmer leave and join the Blues last season. Maresca, who acted as one of Pep Guardiola's assistants during his time at City, also left the Etihad last summer as he departed for Leicester before joining Chelsea this year.

Enzo Maresca insists Chelsea did not put pressure on Cole Palmer to pull out of England duty this month, despite the midfielder making an immediate return to action for his club. Palmer played the full 90 minutes during Saturday lunchtime’s 2-1 victory over Leicester at the King Power,

Enzo Maresca's Chelsea survived a late scare and an injury worry for Cole Palmer after a brutal tackle to record a 2-1 win over Leicester City at the King Power Stadium

Enzo Maresca could target playing Cole Palmer and Joao Felix together but has revealed a potential obstacle with the plan.

Leicester vs Chelsea prediction betting tips. Cole Palmer to assist a goal in each half - 40/1 William Hill. Chelsea win, Nicolas Jackson anytime scorer and over 3.5 match goals -