Mercurial Vapor 17

Chelsea star Cole Palmer has been spotted wearing the new Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 boots during the club's 26-27 preseason training. This marks a surprising shift, as Nike has prominently positioned the attacking midfielder as a leading face of the Phantom boot line. Images from the training session show him testing the latest generation of the Mercurial Vapor, raising questions about a potential change in his footwear preference ahead of the new season. Thanks to Bootsclub.

Palmer previously favored the Mercurial line earlier in his career before becoming one of the main athletes for the Phantom series. It remains to be seen whether this is just a temporary test of the new Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 or a permanent return to his former boot of choice. As Chelsea continues their preparations for the 26-27 campaign, we will keep a close eye on Palmer's boots in upcoming preseason matches.

French rising star Désiré Doué, has been frequently switching between the Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 and Superfly 11 boots over the past few weeks. Doué opted for the low-cut Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 for the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League final, but then surprised fans by starting the 2026 World Cup wearing the high-cut Superfly 11.

However, his stint with the Superfly 11 was short-lived, as Doué recently switched back to the Mercurial Vapor 17 for France's latest matches at the tournament. This indecision between the collared and non-collared versions of Nike's speed boot is notable for a player who is heavily featured in the brand's promotional campaigns. Doué has also been spotted wearing reissue Mercurial Vapor Superfly 1 boots recently, showcasing his affinity for the Mercurial heritage.

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