Despite Chelsea’s demand for a record-breaking sum, Cole Palmer has apparently expressed interest in joining Real Madrid, possibly reviving talks. Palmer has contributed to 17 goals this season, second only to Mohamed Salah, making him one of the Premier League’s most impressive players right now. Palmer has a lot of room to grow considering that this is only his second season of regular action.

After Chelsea placed a startling price tag of €200 million (£165 million/$210 million), which is more than the Spanish powerhouses are willing to pay, Real Madrid first lost interest. However, according to recent sources, the club’s board has taken notice of Palmer’s wish to join Real Madrid and may change their mind.

Although a move of this size would beat Philippe Coutinho’s £111 million move to Barcelona and set new Premier League records, insiders say Palmer’s departure from Chelsea is still unlikely at this moment. He has been vocal about his love for the team, and Chelsea respects him.

If they are successful in acquiring Raphinha, their main goal, to create a strong offensive tandem with Palmer, staying at Chelsea would also be beneficial. Chelsea might also look into loan options for Tosin Adarabioyo, who is drawing interest from West Ham, and Manchester City’s Ruben Dias.

Chelsea’s title aspirations are hampered by a lack of quality in both their goalkeeper and center-back positions, according to former player Jamie Carragher. This makes any possible transfer talks involving Palmer and other players even more complicated.