Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has undergone successful surgery on a fractured jaw sustained during the club’s 2-0 victory over Everton in the Premier League on Saturday. The club confirmed the development on its website, saying Martinez suffered the injury following a collision midway through the second half of the match…...
Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has undergone successful surgery on a fractured jaw sustained during the club’s 2-0 victory over Everton in the Premier League on Saturday.
The club confirmed the development on its website, saying Martinez suffered the injury following a collision midway through the second half of the match at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
“Martinez was taken to hospital for further assessment, which confirmed a fractured jaw that required surgery,” Chelsea said.
“Everyone at Chelsea wishes Emi a speedy recovery and will support him throughout,” the club added.
Read Also: Chelsea Confirm Signing Of Argentina Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez From Aston Villa
Martinez, who joined Chelsea at the start of the season, reportedly expects to be sidelined for a few weeks as he recovers from the injury.
The Argentine goalkeeper kept his first clean sheet in seven matches for Chelsea during the victory over Everton before the injury forced him to receive further medical attention.
Chelsea will support the goalkeeper throughout his recovery as he begins his rehabilitation following the surgery.