Emiliano Martinez Aims for Quick Recovery After Surgery

Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is optimistic about a quick return to action after undergoing jaw surgery. The 34-year-old Argentina international fractured his jaw in a collision with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite during Chelsea's 2-0 Premier League victory at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Martinez received eight minutes of treatment on the field before being taken off on a stretcher and transported to the hospital, where Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso confirmed he had been concussed. In a social media post from the hospital, Martinez reported that the surgery was successful and expressed gratitude for the support he received, highlighting the team's win and clean sheet as the most important outcome.

Mike Penders, who replaced Martinez and made his Premier League debut, is expected to start Chelsea's next three matches, including games against Tottenham and Manchester United, as well as a Carabao Cup tie against Liverpool. Penders joined Chelsea from Genk for £17 million in 2024, and Alonso praised his courage and personality.