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Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has offered a damning assessment of Cole Palmer\u2019s recent form, suggesting that the playmaker\u2019s sluggish performances are not the result of lingering injuries.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cole Palmer\u2019s recent form has become a major point of contention at Stamford Bridge, with his once-prolific output suffering a dramatic decline. <\/p>\n

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After a spectacular start to his Chelsea career, where he combined for an incredible 58 goal contributions in his first 66 games, his production has plummeted. <\/p>\n

While interim manager Calum McFarlane continues to defend Palmer, citing a stop-start season hampered by injuries, critics argue that the issue is more profound. <\/p>\n

Many now believe Palmer is struggling to cope with the chaotic atmosphere at the club, leaving one of the Premier League\u2019s most talented players looking like a shadow of his former self.<\/p>\n

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John Obi Mikel thinks Cole Palmer is struggling with the direction of Chelsea right now<\/h2>\n

Speaking on the Obi One podcast, John Obi Mikel is struggling to defend Cole Palmer, stating that he thinks there\u2019s a dislike to the way the club is heading.<\/p>\n

\u201cI love Cole Palmer. I\u2019ve said it so many times.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou know, he\u2019s a brilliant player, fantastic player. The potential that he has, the quality that he has. We know, we\u2019ve seen him do it.<\/p>\n

\u201cBut lately, he looks lost. He looks lost on the pitch. He looks like he looks so disinterested.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith what is happening on the pitch. It\u2019s not the same Cole Palmer. We know he struggled with injuries. We know that.<\/p>\n

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\u201cBut, you know, it\u2019s been a long time since he\u2019s come back now. He\u2019s been playing a lot of games. So you can\u2019t say he\u2019s injured.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou can\u2019t say it\u2019s because of the injuries. I just think he doesn\u2019t like what is happening at the football club.\u201d<\/p>\n

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