There were some excellent individual performances in Chelsea’s 3-1 win against Liverpool on Sunday afternoon.
Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernandez played well and managed to get their names on the scoresheet, while Romeo Lavia put in a terrific shift in midfield.
Without a doubt, Lavia was one of Chelsea’s top performers in that crucial victory over Arne Slot’s side.
But again, there were many good displays on the afternoon at Stamford Bridge, which will delight Enzo Maresca.
Gary Neville dubs Cole Palmer as best player in Chelsea vs Liverpool
While Lavia really did impress, for former Manchester United and England defender Gary Neville, Palmer was the standout individual.
Maresca had hoped that Palmer would score soon, and the attacking midfielder managed to do just that against Liverpool. But Neville liked what he saw from him well before his penalty went in.
Speaking on Sky Sports, Neville said: “Some players are just a joy when you watch them. Palmer is one of them.”
He also went on to add while commentating for Sky: “Palmer’s change of pace has been a real feature today. He has been the best player on the pitch by an absolute street.”
Palmer’s spot-kick saw him end a goal drought that had lasted four months. It was his 15th Premier League goal of the season, and Maresca will now be hoping that there is more to come.
His side have another massive game in the top flight next, taking on Newcastle United, who are also fighting for a spot in the top five.
Cole Palmer’s numbers vs Liverpool
Neville is certainly right to heap praise on Palmer. The numbers show that he did indeed have a really good game against Liverpool.
For example, according to Sofascore, the England international registered four key passes and created one big chance. He also hit the woodwork once and had five shots in total.
While Palmer shined, Nicolas Jackson did not have the best game and probably reminded everyone why Chelsea could do with another striker.
Chelsea are currently chasing Liam Delap, so the Ipswich Town player is one option to come in and share some of the burden with Jackson.
