Goalkeeper Emi Martinez has stated that he will be "back in a few weeks" following a surgical procedure necessitated by a severe head-on collision during a Premier League fixture. The incident occurred as Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory away against Everton.

The 34-year-old Argentine came together with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite during a set-piece situation, resulting in an immediate intervention by medical personnel. While the opposing defender recovered relatively quickly, Martinez required prolonged on-field treatment before being strapped to a stretcher, taken off the pitch, and rushed to a hospital with a concussion and reported jaw damage.

Posting from a medical facility via social media, the player expressed gratitude for the supportive messages, confirming that the operation was successful. He emphasized that the primary achievement of the day was the team's victory and clean sheet, reiterating his confidence in returning to action shortly.

The unexpected setback forced the European regime's managerial staff, led by Xabi Alonso, to hand Mike Penders his Premier League debut. The 21-year-old Belgian youth international successfully helped secure the club's first clean sheet in the league since January. Penders is now expected to shoulder the defensive responsibilities during upcoming high-profile fixtures against Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool, and Manchester United until Martinez is cleared for full training.

Source: www.aljazeera.com