Cole Palmer linked with move that would break the world transfer record and rock football to its core

Chelsea star Cole Palmer has been linked with a shock world record move away from Stamford Bridge.

Palmer, 23, joined Chelsea from Premier League rivals Manchester City for a reported fee of £40 million.

Since then, the Englishman has become arguably the Blues' most important player, having scored 43 goals in 97 matches.

Recently, Palmer scored twice as Chelsea beat Champions League winners Paris Saint Germain in the final of the newly revamped FIFA Club World Cup.

New summer signing Joao Pedro was also on the scoresheet as Enzo Maresca's men came away 3-0 winners inside the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

On Tuesday, a shock report emerged linking Palmer with a world record transfer away from Chelsea.

According to Spanish news outlet Fichajes, PSG bosses have 'outlined an ambitious plan' to sign Palmer.

It has been suggested that the Parc des Princes club could present a historic offer of €250 million.

Cole Palmer has been linked with a move away from Chelsea. Image: Getty

Currently, the world record transfer fee stands at €222 million, which was paid by PSG when they signed Brazilian star Neymar from Barcelona back in 2017.

However, it has been stated that Chelsea are 'not considering his departure under any circumstances’ and the club's hierarchy would like to build their new era around the England international.

In addition, Palmer himself is said to be 'comfortable in London and has shown no signs of wanting to leave the club'.

Speaking on Sunday after winning the Club World Cup, Palmer said: "Obviously it’s a great feeling. Even better because obviously everyone doubted us before the game.

"But to go out there and put a fight on like we did against a great team, it’s good."

He added: "I like finals and it happened again. The gaffer put a great game plan out. He knew where the space was going to be. I just had to repay him and score some goals."