EPL: He doesn’t have experience in football or life – Demba Ba on Chelsea star

Former Chelsea star, Demba Ba, has noted one major problem with out-of-sorts star, Cole Palmer.

This is following the England international’s barren run for the club.

Palmer was spectacular in his first season at Chelsea but has struggled to reach those same levels this season.

He finished last season with 22 goals and 11 assists in the league.

Speaking with the Sun, Ba said Palmer’s 16-game goal drought has continued because the club has failed to surround the 22-year-old with the needed support for such a scenario.

He revealed that the former Manchester City star is doing his best to emerge from his slump, saying, “Someone like Cole Palmer doesn’t have much experience in football, or even in life. Football is life, and there will be tough days. But if you have an experienced figure to lean on, you can get through the storm.

“Palmer is in a rough patch, and although he is managing with his personality and continuing to perform, something is missing. He could benefit immensely from having someone who has been in that situation before to guide him.”

The attacking midfielder has failed to find the back of the net in each of his last 16 Chelsea appearances.

His last goal for the Blues came in a 2-2 draw against Bournemouth on January 14th, just over three months ago.

Despite this, the England forward remains a key player for the Blues despite his sub-optimal run of form since the turn of the year.