Man United wary of Cole Palmer contract issue, with Ineos unfazed by his Chelsea salary

If United want to bring Palmer to Old Trafford, they will need to put forward a substantial offer that convinces Chelsea, who hold all the cards in this situation.

That is because Palmer is tied down to a long-term contract. The 23-year-old extended his deal in 2024, keeping him under contract at Stamford Bridge until 2033.

This gives Chelsea every reason to hold firm on their valuation unless Palmer himself decides he wants out and pushes for the move.

The club has taken this approach with several players, using lengthy contracts to spread financial commitments across more years.

Palmer currently earns around £130,000 a week, according to Metro. His contract also includes performance-based incentives that could boost his pay further over time.

Man United could increase Cole Palmer’s wages

Since Ineos took over, they have focused on getting the wage structure at Manchester United back in line.

Some of the highest earners have been moved on, and the club has steered clear of handing out massive deals to new arrivals.

Palmer would be a bigger name than anyone else Ineos has brought in so far, so increasing his current £130,000 per week wage should not be an issue for United.

At the moment, Casemiro sits at the top of the wage list with £350,000 a week, followed by Bruno Fernandes on £300,000.

Alongside that pay increase, Palmer’s childhood ties to Manchester United could play a role in pulling him toward Old Trafford if it comes to that down the line.