Maresca acknowledged that he initially underestimated the severity of Palmer's injury, stating, "I was wrong. Unfortunately, he needs to be out for six more weeks." He emphasized the importance of ensuring Palmer's full recovery, saying, "We try to protect Cole as much as we can. The most important thing is when he comes back, he is fully fit."

Maresca also provided an update on other injured players, including Levi Colwill, Liam Delap, and Benoit Badiashile, who will be out until December with a muscle problem.

Regarding the upcoming match against Nottingham Forest, Maresca noted that the team has been preparing for the new manager, Ange Postecoglou, by analyzing their previous games.

Maresca will be serving a suspension for the match after receiving a red card in Chelsea's previous win over Liverpool.

He reflected on the significance of the win over Liverpool, stating, "It was a big moment for many reasons. Since I joined the club, we never won a game at home in the last minute. It was against the champions of England."

When discussing potential replacements for Palmer, Maresca acknowledged the difficulty in finding a suitable alternative, saying, "First of all, to replace Cole, it's difficult. Cole is a very important player for us, one of the best in the league."

The team will have to rely on players like Malo Gusto and Facundo for the match against Forest.

Maresca expressed confidence in the team's ability to adapt and find solutions to the challenges they face.

The team will be looking to build on their momentum and make the most of the upcoming match against Forest.

With Palmer's recovery being a top priority, the team will be focusing on finding ways to compensate for his absence in the short term.

The upcoming match will be a crucial test for the team's ability to adapt and overcome the challenges they face.

With Maresca at the helm, the team is expected to make the most of the opportunity to prove themselves against Forest.

The match against Forest will be a key indicator of the team's overall performance and ability to overcome adversity.

The team's ability to adapt and find solutions to the challenges they face will be crucial in determining their success.

The team will be looking to build on their momentum and make the most of the upcoming match against Forest.

The team's performance against Forest will be a crucial test of their ability to adapt and overcome the challenges they face.

The team will be relying on their experience and skill to navigate the challenges they face and make the most of the opportunity to prove themselves against For