When Palmer was eventually introduced he was unable to help break the deadlock, firing his only opportunity over the crossbar, in what was probably the most predictable draw of the season.

Cole Palmer was left on the bench for almost an hour as Chelsea’s winless run on the road continued with a goalless draw at Brentford. Blues boss Enzo Maresca raised eyebrows by leaving the ...

It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. Cole Palmer was left on the bench for almost an hour as Chelsea’s winless run on the road continued with a goalless draw at Brentford. Blues ...

Chelsea’s Malo Gusto and Brentford’s Kevin Schade (right) battle for the ball (Zac Goodwin/PA) Cole Palmer was left on the bench for almost an hour as Chelsea’s winless run on the road ...