'WE'RE ON TRACK, BUT IT'S EARLY'

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In 18 months together, these players have shown they can beat teams.

“Against Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup final, this season against Liverpool and Barca.

“We are in the right direction. Then again, it's very early.”

Palmer's fitness will be key to making sure Chelsea are still in the hunt come the end of the season and Maresca is delighted to have the England man back.