Chelsea’s rising star, Cole Palmer, has a surprising connection to Cameroon through his ancestry. While many recognize him as an English footballer, his roots trace back to Africa.
Palmer’s grandfather, Sterry Cole, was born in Saint Kitts and Nevis, a Caribbean nation with deep African heritage. His ancestors were part of the Afro-Caribbean community with Cameroonian origins. After British colonial rule influenced migration patterns, Sterry Cole eventually moved to England, where the family established itself.
This lesser-known part of Palmer’s heritage highlights the rich and diverse backgrounds of modern footballers. Though he represents England on the international stage, his lineage connects him to a broader history of migration and cultural blending.