Video: Chelsea is already in the Christmas spirit as epic charity project is unveiled

Chelsea have unveiled their Christmas charity project, with Cole Palmer starring in the star-studded video from former and current players and fans.

The Blues have often found themselves on the wrong end of media headlines and the club have even been accused of blackmailing one of their stars into signing a new contract.

Chelsea releases brilliant Christmas charity video with Cole Palmer

The problems at Stamford Bridge never seem to be far away, so the charity initiative involving West Londoners looks set to give them some much-needed positive PR.

The video released by the club features stars past and present including Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Christopher Nkunku, while Madness frontman and famous Chelsea fan Suggs also makes an appearance.

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Cole Palmer is a star and the slogan “Leave the cold to Cole” is the message that drove Chelsea forward.

It's certainly a message that will resonate with many, especially as the cold winter months arrive.

The fact that the initiative targets those in need around the club makes it a nobler cause, and if enough money is raised to get even one person off the streets this winter, it will certainly have served its purpose .