Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has ruled out star midfielder Cole Palmer from Sunday’s Premier League showdown against Arsenal.
The 22-year-old is nursing a tight hamstring, leading Maresca to rest him for the crucial fixture at Emirates Stadium.
Chelsea, currently eyeing a top-four finish, aims for a big win against their London rivals to boost Champions League hopes.
Palmer, who featured in the Blues' recent 1-0 Conference League win over FC Copenhagen, has struggled with form, going 10 games without scoring.
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