Keith Wyness: I’m actually starting to believe Chelsea superstar could join Man United in summer
Below is a summary of the full article. Click here for the full version from Football Insider or go back to LFC Live.
Credit: Imago Sun 5 April 2026 8:30, UK Manchester United could have serious interest in signing Chelsea star Cole Palmer, according to Keith Wyness.The former Everton chief exclusively told Football Insider that there is a “possibility” that Palmer signs for the Red Devils in the summer transfer window.Palmer was linked with a move to Old Trafford in January, even though the 23-year-old has had a spell at rivals Manchester City.Since joining Chelsea in 2023, Palmer has become a standout playmaker in the Premier League, though his form at Stamford Bridge has dipped this season.Man United’s transfer plans could be boosted by a return to the Champions League, whilst Chelsea are currently set to miss out on a place in the competition. 🔄 Man United Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signing scoops, departures, and contract news from the United boardroom. VISIT THE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Cole Palmer ‘unhappy’ at ChelseaEverton’s former chief Wyness – who served as CEO at Goodison Park between 2004 and 2009 and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs – thinks Palmer would be a marquee signing for Man United.Speaking on the new edition of Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast, Wyness though believes Palmer will still be at Chelsea when the Premier League begins again next season.Games Started18Goals9Penalty Goals5Big Chances Created3Successful Dribbles38%Cole Palmer’s stats at Chelsea in the Premier League this season.He told Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast: “I dismissed the Man United links earlier in the season.“I thought no chance, but actually now I’m starting to believe that there is some smoke without fire there.
He would be a bit of a trophy for United and played in the right system, I think he would do well. He feels he’s lost a lot of that attacking intent as a partnership.
Now, if he’s going to be in the England squad in the World Cup, he’s got to really turn it on. There’s a lot of rumours, but I just think at the moment he’s going to still be a Chelsea player next year.”Palmer move to help Man United amid concerns Interest in Palmer at Old Trafford may be down to recent concerns over the performances of Bryan Mbeumo.Former scout at the club Mick Brown told Football Insider that Mbeumo’s place in the Man United starting XI is not guaranteed.The 26-year-old has been seen frustrated in recent weeks as his form has dipped, with no goals in his last six appearances.Matheus Cunha has also scored just once in his past seven matches, meaning there remains an over-reliance on Bruno Fernandes in attack.