Emiliano Martinez Expects Return Within Weeks After Fractured Jaw Surgery

Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez says he expects to return within weeks after undergoing surgery for a fractured jaw. The Argentina international was injured in a second-half collision during Chelsea’s 2-0 Premier League win over Everton. He was taken off on a stretcher and later assessed in hospital, where the fracture was confirmed. Martinez said the operation was successful and thanked supporters for their messages. Chelsea have not announced a definite date for his return. The win moved Chelsea into fourth place and gave the team its first Premier League clean sheet in nine months.

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