[Watch] Cole Palmer faces wild encounter with chimpanzee in Dubai

A bizarre video of Chelsea star Cole Palmer with a chimpanzee made the rounds on the internet.

Chelsea's rising star, Cole Palmer, experienced an unforgettable adventure in Dubai during the Premier League's mini-winter break. 

Known for his steely nerves on the pitch, ‘Cold’ Palmer demonstrated the same courage when he faced some of the fiercest animals at the Dubai Safari Park. However, an unexpected twist came with a small yet mighty creature.

Palmer's Brush with the Wild Side

The English forward, basking in the glory of his recent on-field successes, chose to spend his break at the renowned Dubai Safari Park. His Instagram was ablaze with snapshots of his daring encounters. 

From majestic lions to an enormous python, Palmer stood unflinching, a testament to his nickname "Cold Palmer," given by teammate Noni Madueke for his cool demeanour in clutch situations.

Yet, it was a seemingly harmless baby chimpanzee that caught the composed Chelsea star off guard. A video on his social media showed Palmer with the chimp comfortably perched on his lap. But when the tiny primate made a sudden movement, Palmer's usual calm shattered, leading to a moment of comedic panic that has since gone viral.

On the Pitch: Palmer's Crucial Role in Chelsea's Campaign

Back on the football front, Palmer's attention now turns to a critical match. Chelsea, trailing behind in the EFL Cup semifinal, faces a challenging home game against Middlesbrough.

After missing key opportunities in the away leg, the pressure is on for Palmer to step up and lead his team to victory, overturning a 1-0 deficit. 

This is a crucial moment for Chelsea to keep their silverware dreams alive, and all eyes will be on "Cold Palmer" to see if he can bring his off-pitch bravery onto the field.

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