Chelsea’s injury-hit Emi Martinez will return to action ‘in a few weeks’
Summary
Chelsea goalkeeper Emi Martinez had surgery after a head injury during a Premier League game against Everton. He is expected to return to play in a few weeks.Key Facts
- Emi Martinez collided heads with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite during a match.
- Martinez was taken off the field on a stretcher and hospitalized with a concussion.
- There were reports Martinez also suffered a jaw injury.
- Martinez confirmed his operation went well and thanked supporters.
- Chelsea’s backup goalkeeper, 21-year-old Mike Penders, made his Premier League debut after Martinez’s injury.
- Chelsea kept a clean sheet (no goals allowed) with Penders in goal.
- Martinez is expected to be out for several weeks while recovering.
- Chelsea’s upcoming matches include games against Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool, and Manchester United.
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