Cole Palmer started and scored against Sevilla in the UEFA Super Cup. Manager Pep Guardiola confirmed he is likely to stay with Manchester City this season.
Leicester City have shown interest in the versatile, attacking midfielder this window.
It had been reported in July that the foxes were leading the chase for Palmer.
It seemed like a straight shootout between the former Cityzen’s, now managers, Enzo Maresca and Vincent Kompany.
Following excellent performances in the Under 21s European Championship, Premier League clubs came knocking.
The England youth international has featured in all three Manchester City games this season.
He has impressed scoring two goals so far.
His performance in the Super League saw him named player of the match, sparking talk from Guardiola about the number 80.
What has Pep Guardiola said about Cole Palmer?
The Spanish manager suggested a loan was originally on his mind: “he opinion I had when he arrived is he wanted to leave, but now I don’t know what’s going to happen”
His performances have obviously pleased the manager in a short space of time.
Pep was sure that a loan won’t happen however: “I don’t think a loan is going to happen. He’s going to stay or going to sell, but I think a loan is not going to happen.”
This potentially ends any interest that Enzo Maresca might have in the youngster.
It appeared that the link between the two clubs was strong with Callum Doyle already making the move from the Etihad to the King Power.
If the move materialises, it could be the difference between automatics and play offs.
As it stands, the move doesn’t have any chance of happening.