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 Cole Palmer Set to Don Chelsea's Iconic No. 10 Shirt for 2025/26 Season and Club World Cup

London, England – Chelsea FC has officially announced that their rising star, Cole Palmer, will switch to the prestigious No. 10 shirt ahead of the 2025/26 season, a move that will commence with the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup in the United States. This change signifies Palmer's elevated status within the squad after an impressive debut season.

Palmer, who joined Chelsea from Manchester City in September 2023, has worn the No. 20 shirt since his arrival. His exceptional performances, which saw him quickly become a pivotal attacking force for the Blues, have earned him this significant upgrade. The No. 10 shirt is historically associated with creative playmakers and club legends, including the likes of Eden Hazard, Joe Cole, and Juan Mata, adding to the weight of expectation and opportunity for Palmer.

The decision to hand Palmer the No. 10 shirt also has implications for Mykhailo Mudryk, who previously held the number. Mudryk has been provisionally suspended from football since December 2024 after testing positive for a banned substance. While his case remains unresolved, Chelsea's clear move to reassign the No. 10 suggests a shift in the club's plans and a strong backing of Palmer as the face of their attacking future.

Palmer is expected to debut the No. 10 shirt for the first time when Chelsea kicks off their FIFA Club World Cup campaign against Los Angeles FC in Atlanta on June 16. Supporters eager to get their hands on the new "Palmer 10" jerseys for the 2025/26 season can now place their orders.

Chelsea has also reminded supporters that while key number changes like Palmer's have been confirmed, the full list of squad numbers for the 2025/26 season will be finalized only after the summer transfer window has closed, and remains subject to change until that point. This announcement, however, firmly establishes Cole Palmer as a central figure in Enzo Maresca's plans and a symbol of Chelsea's ambitions for the upcoming season.

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