It appears like Cole Palmer always had the ability to plan ahead, both on and off the field.

In the Blues’ 4-2 victory at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, the star player for Chelsea proved to be too much for Brighton to handle as he became the first player to score four goals in the first half of a Premier League game.

Wolves didn’t have it much easier last month, as Palmer helped Chelsea to a 6-2 triumph to begin Enzo Maresca’s stint, with a goal and three assists.Palmer moved to London almost a year ago, leaving behind the comforts of his Manchester home to begin a new life.

And one of the hottest talents in the nation was interviewed by Mail Sport in January to talk about his quick ascent to fame.

Palmer initially confirms that this interview is being captured on video as he settles into the sofa in a room of the cottage close to Chelsea’s Surrey training field. This information would enable him to modify his strategy if needed.

Palmer displays an attention not typically seen in players when his photos are being taken at the end by our Mail Sport photographer. He asks if they need to be taken so closely, reviews and approves others’ shots, and is considerate of the outcome.He knows exactly what comes next when the conversation turns to his £42.5 million transfer from Manchester City to Chelsea. Ever since Palmer’s season began, with goals flowing in and him becoming an England international and Chelsea’s talisman, people have been asking themselves more and more often: Did Pep Guardiola make a mistake by letting Palmer, an academy product who came to the club as an Under-eight, leave City?

The usual refrain is that Guardiola does not receive many calls of this nature incorrectly. However, it was undoubtedly a controversial choice. Was he taken aback by being released? Palmer reflects for a moment before answering, “Yeah,” considering the ramifications of his choice.