Emiliano Martinez expects to return to Chelsea in weeks after surgery

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Emiliano Martinez expects to return to Chelsea in weeks after surgery
Summary

Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez announced he will be fit in a few weeks after undergoing surgery following his injury during the 2-0 win against Everton on Saturday. The 34-year-old sustained a concussion after a collision with Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite and was subsequently hospitalized. Manager Xabi Alonso confirmed the injury, stating that Martinez left the pitch on a stretcher. In his absence, Mike Penders made his Premier League debut as goalkeeper and is expected to start in Chelsea's upcoming matches, which include fixtures against Tottenham and Manchester United, along with a Carabao Cup tie against Liverpool.

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  • •Martinez injured during Chelsea's 2-0 victory over Everton.
  • •He will be sidelined for a few weeks following surgery.
  • •Mike Penders will likely start in multiple upcoming matches.
  • •Penders joined Chelsea in 2024 from Genk for £17m.
  • •Alonso expressed confidence in Penders' ability as a replacement.
Latest Updates
  • 7:25 AMYahoo Sports — Martinez 'back in a few weeks' after operation
  • 7:08 AMBBC Sport — Martinez 'back in a few weeks' after operation
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Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez says he will be fit in a few weeks after being injured in the win at Everton.

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Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez says he will be fit in a few weeks after being injured in the win at Everton.

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