Cole Palmer has been honoured as England's Men's Player of the Year for 2023-24. Despite England's 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final in Berlin, Palmer made an impact by scoring after coming off the bench. With only nine caps and two starts for England, he surpassed Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka in the public vote.
Palmer debuted for England in a 2-0 victory against Malta last November. Since then, he has netted two international goals, including one against Spain in July. His recognition marks him as the first Chelsea player to win this award since Ashley Cole in 2010.

After transferring from Manchester City to Chelsea last season, Palmer has been instrumental in contributing to 44 league goals, with 28 goals and 16 assists. Among players in Europe's top five leagues, only Harry Kane, his England teammate, has more goal contributions during this period, with 53 (41 goals and 12 assists).
Earlier this season, Palmer achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the first player to score four goals in the first half of a Premier League match. He accomplished this during Chelsea's 4-2 triumph over Brighton.
Palmer is anticipated to play when England faces Greece in the Nations League on Thursday. His recent performances have solidified his role within the national team setup.
This accolade highlights Palmer's rapid rise and significant contributions both at club and international levels. His achievements continue to draw attention as he establishes himself as a key player for both Chelsea and England.