Cole Palmer
Agent, Salary, Contract, Club and Profile
England €110mm
Key Facts
Date of birth: 06.05.2002
Nationality: England
Current club: Chelsea FC
Position: Attacking Midfielder
Height: 1.85m
Current market value: €105m
Represented by: CAA Base
Main agent: Mark Rankine
Reported salary: £6.76m gross per year
Contract expires: 30.06.2033
About
Cole Palmer is an English attacking midfielder and winger who plays for Chelsea FC and the England national team. A technically gifted left-footed creator, he is known for his composure, close control, final-third passing and ability to produce decisive moments under pressure.
Palmer developed through Manchester City’s academy and made his senior debut for the club in 2020. Despite being part of a highly successful City squad, limited first-team opportunities led him to join Chelsea in 2023, where he quickly became the central figure in the club’s attack.
His first season at Chelsea transformed his profile. Palmer established himself as one of the Premier League’s most productive attacking players, combining goals and assists with consistent performances from attacking midfield and the right side.
At international level, Palmer helped England win the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in 2023 before making his senior debut later that year. He subsequently became an important attacking option for England and scored in the UEFA Euro 2024 final.
Representation
Agency: CAA Base
Main representative: Mark Rankine
Agency leadership: Leon Angel and Frank Trimboli
Headquarters: London, England
Jurisdiction: England and international markets
FIFA/FA registration: CAA Base works through several registered and licensed football agents
Linked with Palmer since: His Manchester City academy years
Also represents: Moisés Caicedo, Eberechi Eze, Rico Lewis, Pedro Porro and James Maddison
Related agency page: CAA Base
Palmer is represented by CAA Base, one of the largest football agencies operating in the Premier League. The agency provides support across contract negotiations, transfers, commercial partnerships, media management and long-term career planning.
Former professional footballer Mark Rankine has been publicly associated with Palmer’s management team. Rankine joined CAA Base after his playing career and works closely with young and established professional footballers.
CAA Base was formed from Base Soccer following its acquisition by Creative Artists Agency in 2019. Its wider international network gives Palmer access to sporting, commercial and entertainment opportunities across several major markets.
Career timeline
2010: Joined Manchester City’s academy
2019: Helped Manchester City win the FA Youth Cup
September 2020: Made his senior Manchester City debut
September 2021: Scored his first senior Manchester City goal
2021/22: Made his Premier League and UEFA Champions League breakthroughs
2022/23: Formed part of Manchester City’s treble-winning squad
June 2023: Helped England win the UEFA European Under-21 Championship
August 2023: Scored in the UEFA Super Cup against Sevilla
September 2023: Joined Chelsea
November 2023: Made his senior debut for England
2023/24: Scored 22 Premier League goals during his first Chelsea season
2023/24: Named Chelsea Player of the Season
2024: Named Premier League Young Player of the Season
2024: Won the PFA Young Player of the Year award
July 2024: Scored for England in the UEFA European Championship final
August 2024: Signed a Chelsea contract extension until 2033
September 2024: Became the first player to score four first-half goals in a Premier League match
2024/25: Helped Chelsea win the UEFA Conference League
2025: Helped Chelsea win the FIFA Club World Cup
2025: Won the FIFA Club World Cup Golden Ball
Transfer history
2010 – NJ Wythenshawe to Manchester City academy – Youth transfer
2020 – Manchester City academy to first team – Promoted to the senior squad
2023 – Manchester City to Chelsea – Permanent transfer – Reported initial fee: £40m plus £2.5m in potential add-ons – Contract initially agreed until 2030 with an additional option
2024 – Chelsea contract extension – Two-year extension until June 2033
Palmer’s move to Chelsea gave him the regular first-team role that had not been available at Manchester City. He immediately became Chelsea’s principal attacking creator and one of the most important players in the club’s long-term project.
Playing profile
Palmer is primarily an attacking midfielder or right-sided forward. As a left-footed player starting from the right, he frequently moves into central areas to create chances, combine with teammates or shoot towards goal.
His greatest strength is his composure. Palmer plays at a controlled tempo and rarely appears rushed, even when receiving the ball under pressure. He uses subtle touches, changes of direction and intelligent body positioning rather than relying entirely on explosive speed.
Palmer is highly effective between the opposition’s midfield and defensive lines. He can receive on the half-turn, carry the ball towards the penalty area and deliver through balls or disguised passes into attacking teammates.
He is also a significant goalscoring threat. Palmer can finish from open play, score from distance and take penalties with exceptional calmness. His movement into central scoring positions allows him to operate almost as a second striker during sustained attacks.
His versatility enables him to play as a number ten, right winger, false nine or advanced central midfielder. His creativity and decision-making make him particularly valuable in teams that dominate possession.
Key strengths
Composure under pressure
Close control
Final-third creativity
Through balls and disguised passes
Left-footed finishing
Penalty-taking
Movement between the lines
Combination play
Chance creation
Ball carrying
Tactical versatility
Performance in high-pressure matches
