Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez will return in a few weeks after breaking his jaw during the 2-0 Premier League win at Everton on Saturday. The 34-year-old Argentina international clashed heads with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite in the second half at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Martinez required eight minutes of treatment before being stretchered off and taken to hospital, where he underwent successful surgery.
Posting a photo from hospital, he wrote, "Thanks to everyone for the messages. The operation went well. The most important thing is that we won, and kept a clean sheet.
In a few weeks we'll be back." Mike Penders, who replaced Martinez for his Premier League debut, is expected to start Chelsea's next three matches — against Tottenham and Manchester United in the Premier League, and Liverpool in the Carabao Cup. The 21-year-old, signed from Genk for £17m in 2024, has been praised by manager Alonso for his bravery and personality. "Mike has personality. He's brave and we have full trust with him," Alonso said. "He did well when he came on.".
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