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<p>Is this the signing of the decade?</p>
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<p>When Chelsea invested €47 million to acquire Cole Palmer from Manchester City in the summer of 2023, it raised eyebrows, especially considering he had played only 492 minutes in the Premier League. Fast forward two years, and the 23-year-old is poised to be celebrated as one of the greatest signings in Premier League history. With a current market value of €120 million, he is recognized as one of the top attacking midfielders in the world. Palmer made his Champions League debut for Chelsea at the Allianz Arena this Wednesday, and although the match ended in a 3-1 defeat against Bayern Munich, it marked a significant milestone for the young talisman.</p>
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<p>Palmer was once again the standout player for his team, scoring a brilliant goal on the counterattack. This match in Bavaria was his 100th appearance in a Chelsea shirt, and his record in his first century is nothing short of impressive. He has netted 45 goals and provided 29 assists, establishing himself as the heartbeat of this Chelsea team. Now that Palmer has achieved this noteworthy milestone, we at <em>Transfermarkt</em> will compare his stats in his first 100 games to Chelsea legends of the past and examine how he measures up against other Premier League stars since he donned the Blues' colors in 2023.</p>
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<h2>Cole Palmer's 100 games at Chelsea - 3rd most goal contributions in the Premier League</h2>
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<p>In analyzing goal contributions (goals + assists) from all Premier League players since Palmer made his Chelsea debut on September 2, 2023, only two individuals outshine him. According to the graphic below, last season’s Premier League Player of the Season, Mohamed Salah (98), and Manchester City's prolific scorer, Erling Haaland (86), are the only players with more goal contributions than Palmer's impressive tally of 74.</p>
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<p>Palmer stands ahead of players like Ollie Watkins (67), Bruno Fernandes (65), Bukayo Saka (61), Phil Foden (59), and Alexander Isak (58). Given that he transitioned to a new club and adapted to a fresh environment, and considering Chelsea's challenges in the title race, Palmer’s record is simply extraordinary. Few would have predicted such an impact during his initial seasons at Stamford Bridge. Comparing his achievements after 100 games to past Chelsea legends puts him among the club’s elite.</p>
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<h2>Cole Palmer vs Chelsea Legends - Record after First 100 Games</h2>
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<p>The graphic above illustrates that only one player in Chelsea’s history has netted more goal contributions than Palmer during their first 100 games: former striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, who managed a remarkable 77 goal contributions (57 goals and 20 assists). Palmer surpasses other club legends like Jimmy Greaves (73), Didier Drogba (70), and Eden Hazard (58). When compared to Frank Lampard, who is often regarded as Chelsea's greatest attacking midfielder, Palmer's achievements stand out even further.</p>
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<p>While Lampard is Chelsea’s all-time top scorer with 177 Premier League goals, during his first 100 games across all competitions, he only managed 15 goals, which is three times less than Palmer's current tally of 45. Furthermore, Lampard only recorded eight assists in his initial 100 appearances, significantly fewer than Palmer's 29. Lampard's longevity certainly contributed to his enduring legacy at Stamford Bridge, and if Palmer can match even a fraction of that longevity, he will surely become a beloved figure in that part of west London. The 23-year-old has made a sensational start to his Chelsea career.</p>
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