Maresca expressed his satisfaction with Palmer's development, saying that he is the same player who has been training with the team day after day. He added that Palmer's happiness on the pitch is tied to his goal-scoring ability, which is driven by his desire to help the team achieve important goals.

Maresca also highlighted Lavia's importance to the team, stating that he has been a game-changer since returning from injury. He noted that Lavia has been a crucial player for Chelsea, who have struggled with injuries to key players throughout the season.

When asked about the impact of a fully fit Lavia, Maresca acknowledged that Liverpool deserve to be champions due to their consistency and availability of players. He credited Liverpool's ability to press high up the pitch and adapt to the opposition's strategy.

Maresca also discussed Palmer's form, saying that he is happy to see him scoring goals, but not surprised by his performance. He expressed hope that Palmer can continue to contribute to the team's success in the remaining games.