"I wasn't even gonna go": Palmer's shocking Chelsea transfer story

Manchester City's rising star, Cole Palmer, has made a surprising revelation about his recent transfer saga involving Chelsea. In a candid interview with GQ, Palmer admitted that he was not initially inclined to move to Stamford Bridge.

"I wasn’t even gonna go to Chelsea. I got persuaded," Palmer confessed. He described the whirlwind of events that led to his unexpected transfer: "I remember training on a Wednesday at City in the afternoon, and the news was... they’re trying to agree a fee."

The young talent further explained the anxious moments leading up to the transfer deadline: "Every time the ball went out I’d ask the kit man if they’ve agreed the fee yet."

Palmer's honest account highlights the intense pressure and rapid decision-making involved in high-profile transfers. His experience underscores the unpredictable nature of the football transfer market, where players' futures can be dramatically altered in a matter of hours.