Cole Palmer celebrates scoring for Chelsea against Bayern Munich(Image: Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto)

Eden Hazard has given Cole Palmer the ultimate approval by ranking the Chelsea star ahead of Liverpool attacker Mohamed Salah.

Palmer has been a revelation for the Blues since signing from Manchester City in the summer of 2023 for £42.5million. The 23-year-old has made 101 appearances for Chelsea in all competitions and has contributed with 45 goals and 29 assists along the way - establishing himself as one of the very best in his position.

Hazard, someone Chelsea supporters consider a club legend to this day, is clearly a huge admirer of the England international. In a game of 'Winner Stays On', via the Premier League's social media channels, Palmer was the one that stayed on.

Initially, Hazard had to choose between Eberechi Eze and Palmer, and the Belgian said: "Guys, you touch my heart. I have to say Cole Palmer". Palmer was then put up against Alexander Isak and Salah, and both times Hazard did not hesitate in choosing the Chelsea star.

The feeling seems very much mutual between Palmer and Hazard. Palmer...