'Palmer was too much within himself'
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On Monday, Phil McNulty took questions from fans, including on Chelsea forward Cole Palmer's role with England.
Mike asked: What do you think is the issue with Cole Palmer and England? He looks very nervous and plays almost everything back. He appears much more confident and adventurous with Chelsea.
Phil answered: It is still very early days for Palmer and England. He has already shown his class at senior level at the Euros, but the past two games have been a disappointment.
He was poor against Greece but, in his defence, he was playing a position that did not suit him lying deep in midfield, while he did struggle against Finland.
He did not play with his usual ambition. He was too much within himself. I've got no doubts that, in time, Palmer will be an excellent player for England.
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