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Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez confirms successful surgery after a collision against Everton, saying he hopes to return in a few weeks.
Emiliano Martinez says his operation went well after he was injured during Chelsea’s 2-0 win over Everton.
The goalkeeper suffered a concussion after colliding with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite and was taken to hospital.
Mike Penders replaced Martinez as Chelsea kept a clean sheet, but Martinez’s exact return date remains unconfirmed.
Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has undergone surgery following a serious injury during his side’s 2-0 victory over Everton in the English Premier League on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
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Emiliano Martinez after undergoing surgery
The Argentina international confirmed that the operation was successful in a message posted on Instagram on Sunday, October 18, thanking fans for their support and expressing optimism about his recovery.
The 34-year-old goalkeeper was injured in the second half after colliding with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite while attempting to defend a free-kick into Chelsea’s penalty area.
Emiliano Martinez's injury
🚨Here is the bad injury for Martinez Chelsea goalkeeper today against Everton 🤕🏥 https://t.co/szgib9hwvp
— Madridistagoal (@Madridiatagol) October 17, 2026
Martinez received lengthy treatment on the pitch before being carried off on a stretcher and taken to hospital.
Martinez had suffered a concussion and a jaw injury.
Martinez’s injury forced Alonso to introduce Belgian goalkeeper Mike Penders, who made his Premier League debut after replacing the injured Argentine.
The 21-year-old helped Chelsea maintain their clean sheet as they secured all three points at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Pedro Neto scored twice, including a goal in the second half, to give Chelsea a 2-0 victory.
Despite a successful operation, Martinez’s exact return date has not been confirmed.