Chelsea Football Club has decided to drop Cole Palmer, Romeo Lavia, and Wesley Fofana from their squad for the UEFA Conference League, sparking discussions among the club’s supporters.
The exclusion was reportedly due to load management, with Chelsea’s busy schedule stretching until July 2025 due to the FIFA Club World Cup.
The absence of these key players from the squad has led to questions about how Chelsea will manage their squad’s fitness throughout multiple competitions.
Cole Palmer, in particular, has been a standout player for the club, and his omission has surprised many fans.
Recall that Chelsea announced their 23-man squad for the UEFA Conference League, including notable players like Pedro Neto, Joao Felix, and Jadon Sancho on Thursday, September 5, 2024.
The team is set to face challenging opponents in the league phase, with matches against Gent, 1. FC Heidenheim, Astana, Shamrock Rovers, Panathinaikos, and Noah.
It will be interesting to see how Chelsea balances their commitments in multiple competitions, including the UEFA Conference League, the Carabao Cup, the FA Cup, and their Premier League campaign.
The club’s aim to potentially win all three main modern European club competitions – UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League – adds a layer of excitement to the upcoming matches.
