Chelsea may soon face a significant challenge if their star player, Cole Palmer, finds himself sidelined due to disciplinary issues.
As the Blues gear up for a pivotal Premier League clash against league leaders Liverpool this weekend at Anfield, Palmer's impressive performance in his second season with the club has captured attention.
He has netted six goals and provided five assists, notably scoring all four goals in a thrilling 4-2 victory against Brighton last month.
Despite his contributions, the England international has racked up three yellow cards in the first seven games of the season. This places him on the brink of a suspension, which could come into play if he receives two more yellow cards.
Should Palmer accumulate five yellow cards, he would face a one-match suspension in the Premier League. Fortunately for Chelsea, as long as he avoids additional discipline, he is set to participate in crucial upcoming matches against Liverpool and Newcastle in the next few weeks.
However, it's vital for Palmer to tread carefully. If he earns yellow cards in both of these matches, he would be ruled out of the Carabao Cup fourth-round encounter against Newcastle later this month.
Furthermore, the Blues are scheduled to face Manchester United in the league, a match that Palmer could miss if he receives two more bookings in the course of the next three fixtures, leaving him skating on thin ice.
The schedule doesn't let up, as Chelsea will also meet Arsenal and Leicester City before November concludes.
Depending on Palmer's disciplinary record, he could find himself suspended during this critical stretch.
According to report from Football.London, Coach Enzo Maresca is already grappling with the absences of two regular starters who are sidelined due to yellow card suspensions, namely Wesley Fofana and Marc Cucurella, heading into their upcoming encounter with Liverpool.
Maintaining discipline will be crucial for Palmer and the team's aspirations as they navigate a demanding fixture list.
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