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Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez expects to return in a few weeks after undergoing an operation following a collision during Saturday’s 2-0 win against Everton. The incident left him concussed and he was stretchered off the pitch. In his social media update, Martinez expressed gratitude for support and confirmed that substitute Mike Penders will likely play in Chelsea's upcoming matches against Tottenham, Manchester United, and Liverpool. Manager Xabi Alonso praised Penders, highlighting his bravery and trustworthiness within the team.

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Emi Martinez's Injury Update

Incident: Collided with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite during a free-kick attempt by Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.
Injury Details: Suffered a concussion and broke his jaw. Replaced by Mike Penders, who made his Premier League debut.
Hospitalization: Transported to hospital for precautionary tests and underwent surgery.
Recovery Timeline: Expected to be out for around 45 days, possibly up to 60 days.
Return Dates:
Potential return date: November (specifically mentioned as late November or early December).
Chelsea matches missed:
October 24 vs Tottenham (H)
October 28 vs Liverpool (A) Carabao Cup
October 31 vs Manchester United (H)
November 8 vs Sunderland (A)
November 21 vs Leeds (H)
November 27 vs Nottingham Forest (A)
December 2 vs Crystal Palace (H)

Additional Chelsea Injuries

Reece James: Absent due to a hamstring problem, later ruled out with a knee injury. Surgery was performed; expected to be sidelined for several weeks.
Pep Chavarria: Suffered an unspecified knock during the Everton match but no specific return date mentioned.

Chelsea's Upcoming Matches

October 24 - Tottenham (Home)
October 28 - Liverpool (Away) Carabao Cup
October 31 - Manchester United (Home)
November 8 - Sunderland (Away)
November 21 - Leeds (Home)
November 27 - Nottingham Forest (Away)
December 2 - Crystal Palace (Home)

Chelsea's Recent Performance

Won 2-0 against Everton.
Secured their first clean sheet in the Premier League since January, stretching back 23 matches.

Manager Xabi Alonso's Comments

Confirmed Martinez left the stadium conscious and is undergoing precautionary tests at the hospital.
Stated that beyond concussion, more details are pending as he has only seen one clip of the incident.
Hopes it won't be too serious but emphasizes waiting for further updates.

Martinez's Social Media Post

Thanks supporters for messages.
Confirms operation went well and expresses optimism about returning in a few weeks.
Emphasizes importance of team victory and clean sheet despite injury setback.

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🔮 - Published Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez says he will be fit "in a few weeks" after having an operation following the 2-0 Premier League win at Everton on Saturday.

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The 34-year-old Argentina international collided with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite in the second half and needed treatment for eight minutes before leaving the pitch on a stretcher.

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🔮 - Published Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez says he will be fit "in a few weeks" after having an operation following the 2-0 Premier League win at Everton on Saturday.

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- Published Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez says he will be fit "in a few weeks" after having an operation following the 2-0 Premier League win at Everton on Saturday. asserted

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The 34-year-old Argentina international collided with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite in the second half and needed treatment for eight minutes before leaving the pitch on a stretcher. asserted

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Martinez was taken to hospital and manager Xabi Alonso said he was concussed. asserted

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Martinez, wearing a hospital gown, wrote on social media, external on Sunday: "Thanks to everyone for the messages. asserted

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The operation went well. asserted

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"The most important thing is that we won, and kept a clean sheet. asserted

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Mike Penders, who replaced Martinez to make his Premier League debut, looks set to play in Chelsea's next three matches at least. asserted

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They face Tottenham and Manchester United in the Premier League, with a Carabao Cup tie at Liverpool in between. asserted

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Penders, 21, signed from Belgium club Genk for £17m in 2024. asserted

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Alonso said: "Mike has personality. asserted

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He's brave and we have full trust with him. asserted

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He did well when he came on. asserted

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"He played in the cup games and whenever he's needed. asserted

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Like the other players, whenever they are needed they can perform. asserted

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"It's all about the squad - that all the players feel important and can have their moment whenever they are needed, and that's very positive." asserted

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Martinez 'back in a few weeks' after operation

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Emi Martinez's Injury Update

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