Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is expected to return in a few weeks after undergoing surgery for a fractured jaw sustained during a match against Everton.
Key facts
- •Emiliano Martinez sustained a fractured jaw and a concussion during a 2-0 win over Everton.
- •The injury occurred following a head-to-head collision with Jarrad Branthwaite.
- •Martinez expects to return to play in a few weeks.
- •Mike Penders will serve as the starting goalkeeper for the upcoming three matches.
- •Penders was signed from Genk in 2024 for 17 million pounds.
Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez announced he will be sidelined for several weeks following surgery for a fractured jaw. The injury occurred during a collision with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite in a 2-0 Premier League victory on Saturday at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
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Injury and Recovery
Martinez received eight minutes of medical attention on the pitch before being stretchered off and transported to a hospital. Manager Xabi Alonso confirmed that the goalkeeper also suffered a concussion during the incident. On Sunday, Martinez shared a photo from the hospital, stating that his surgery was successful and expressing satisfaction with the team's clean sheet and win.
Replacement Goalkeeper
Mike Penders, who made his Premier League debut after replacing Martinez, is expected to start in the team's next three matches. These include league games against Tottenham and Manchester United, as well as a League Cup match against Liverpool. Penders, 21, joined Chelsea from Belgian club Genk in 2024 for a reported fee of 17 million pounds.
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