"Fantastic players": Kane compares Palmer to Olise | OneFootball

Before the Champions League opener against Chelsea FC, Bayern coach Vincent Kompany spoke in detail about England’s rising star Cole Palmer. Whether the 23-year-old will start against the German record champions after his muscle injury remains uncertain.

“Cole is an outstanding player. It wouldn’t surprise me if he starts tomorrow. But they also play Manchester United on Saturday – so I would understand if they don’t take any risks. I know Cole very well and I know he doesn’t need much time to make an impact,” Kompany said at the press conference.

Palmer injured his thigh before the 5-1 win against West Ham and missed two games. He also had to withdraw from the England national team. He made his comeback last weekend in the 2-2 draw against Brentford – and scored just five minutes after coming on to make it 1-1.

Kane: Olise and Palmer “fantastic players”

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Bayern striker Harry Kane was also asked about Palmer – and compared him to FCB’s new signing Michael Olise. “Two great players. Both find space well, have strong passing games, see runs and play killer passes – and both score goals,” said Kane.

He highlighted the differences: “Michael is more of a winger who goes one-on-one and uses his pace, while Cole is more of a number ten or even a false nine who runs behind the defense and finishes himself. Both are fantastic players. I’m glad Michael is with us – and not with them.”

Bayern lineup against Chelsea

At FC Bayern, Kompany is likely to stick with the tried-and-tested formation. Captain Manuel Neuer is expected in goal, with the back four probably consisting of Konrad Laimer, Dayot Upamecano, Jonathan Tah, and Josip Stanisic. Joshua Kimmich and Aleksandar Pavlovic are set to start as the double pivot.

In attack, Michael Olise and Luis Díaz are expected on the wings, Serge Gnabry will play centrally behind Harry Kane. Nicolas Jackson remains a super-sub option against his former club.

Chelsea with personnel concerns

The Blues travel to Munich with a depleted squad. Levi Colwill, Liam Delap, and Roméo Lavia are out injured. However, new signing Joao Pedro and Alejandro Garnacho are expected to provide pace in attack. If Palmer is fit enough, he could provide creative impetus behind the strikers – otherwise, he would likely remain a substitute again.

The clash between Bayern and Chelsea (Wednesday, 9 p.m.) already promises to be a real highlight in the group stage – not least because of the potential key role of Cole Palmer.

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