Many other Man City strikers at the present lack Cole Palmer’s ability to threaten the opposition’s goal.
At Wembley, Cole Palmer scored a spectacular goal against Arsenal. Image: AFPThe first goal scored by Cole Palmer in the English Super Cup match brought to remember Ryad Mahrez for Manchester City supporters. There are numerous goals that are comparable among the 39 Algerian goals scored at the Etihad.With Mahrez joining Al-Ahli, Palmer might be a dependable substitute with a lot of potential.Cole Palmer, who came on as a substitute, scored Man City’s first spectacular goal at Wembley since Ilkay Gundogan did it two months prior.
Cole Palmer celebrates with his teammates at Man City. Photo: AFP
Man City had faith in the trainee when Arsenal signed Declan Rice to a contract worth £105 million. Palmer’s goal stunned Wembley. Ice cut from the right wing and finished with his left foot.
Leandro Trossard’s goal at the 101-minute mark slightly overshadowed Plamer’s masterpiece. Arsenal is the team that ultimately has the most fun.
Of certainly, Palmer has demonstrated something irrefutable. Mahrez’s replacement at Man City has not been acquired, and British talent still has a chance.
If not, Palmer might search for more main kick time in another direction. Numerous teams are interested in signing him, including Brighton and Burnley, two clubs known for developing youthful talent.
Palmer will not be able to follow Phil Foden’s example, that much is certain. He needed more time to establish himself and wasn’t able to immediately earn a starting berth.
Palmer yearned for more playing time last year. The board has to be addressed. I’m not sure what will happen to Palmer, Pep Guardiola stated.
Cole Palmer is showing the quality of a star that can decide the match. Photo: AFP
“Palmer hinted that he could be given more opportunities if he leaves the Etihad. We will have to see what the plans are for next season and hopefully he plays as many games as possible.”
Palmer made good use of his precious time at Wembley and won the man of the match award. It was Palmer’s fifth goal for Man City.
Meanwhile, Erling Haaland – who scored 52 goals last season, left the field with an expected goal index of 0. The feeling of disappointment in the English Super Cup a year ago came back to the Norwegian striker.
Haaland’s importance is evident after an impressive debut season at the Etihad. Theoretically, after the departures of Mahrez and Gundogan, Haaland’s responsibility to score goals will be much larger next season.
Mateo Kovacic may be a worthy replacement for Gundogan but has never been a good scoring midfielder.
In the match against Arsenal, Pep Guardiola also used a trio of Kovacic, Jack Grealish and Bernardo Silva – midfielders who rarely scored. Meanwhile, Julian Alvarez and Haaland played the highest in attack.
However, Man City ‘s path to the ball was only really elegant when Kevin de Bruyne entered the field and combined Palmer well. It was the Belgian midfielder who provided the assist for Palmer to score.
Pep Guardiola needs to decide soon Palmer’s future. Photo: AFP
There was a time when Man City had to rely on the shining moments of De Bruyne and Mahrez to win. And Palmer possesses that quality. But of course, Palmer’s future is still a big question mark and waits for Pep Guardiola’s decision.