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Xabi Alonso provides Emi Martinez timeline after horror head injury
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Emi Martinez expects to return in a few weeks after undergoing surgery for a head injury sustained against Everton.
Chelsea goalkeeper Emi Martinez suffered a serious head injury in a collision with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite during last weekend's 2-0 win. He was rushed to hospital and underwent successful surgery. Manager Xabi Alonso confirmed Martinez is recovering well and expects to return within a few weeks, though the exact timeline remains uncertain pending medical advice. Mike Penders will deputise in goal.
Summary by MatchPal from the original report at independent.co.uk. Reporting and images belong to the source.
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UK timesStrong4 reports from 3 outlets. First reported by Evening Standard, Fri 13:58.
- Sky Sports
- The Independent
- Evening Standard
- Who is Chelsea backup goalkeeper after Emi Martinez injury blow?Evening Standard
- Alonso provides update on Martinez injurySky Sports
- Xabi Alonso provides Emi Martinez timeline after horror head injuryThe IndependentThis article
- Chelsea: Xabi Alonso updates Emi Martinez return timeline in three-man injury updateEvening Standard
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