Injury
Premier League
Emi Martinez shares injury update from hospital bed after undergoing surgery
Summarised by MatchPal
Martinez underwent successful head surgery after colliding with Branthwaite; expects to return in a few weeks.
Emiliano Martinez suffered a head injury during Chelsea's 2-0 Premier League win at Everton when he collided with defender Jarrad Branthwaite while challenging for a cross. After receiving eight minutes of on-pitch treatment, he was stretchered off to hospital for surgery. Posting from his hospital bed on Instagram, Martinez confirmed the operation went well and expects to be back in a few weeks. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said the injury involved concussion and precautionary tests were underway.
Summary by MatchPal from the original report at independent.co.uk. Reporting and images belong to the source.
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