Injury
Premier League
Who is Chelsea backup goalkeeper after Emi Martinez injury blow?
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Emi Martinez out for extended period after breaking jaw in Everton clash; Mike Penders to start, Teddy Sharman-Lowe likely backup.
Chelsea's first-choice goalkeeper Emi Martinez suffered a broken jaw after a collision with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite in the Blues' 2-0 win last weekend and underwent surgery. He will miss an extended period. Mike Penders replaced him and is expected to start against Tottenham on Saturday, with young goalkeeper Teddy Sharman-Lowe likely to take the substitute spot on the bench after his recent recall from Bolton Wanderers.
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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 StandardThis article
- Alonso provides update on Martinez injurySky Sports
- Xabi Alonso provides Emi Martinez timeline after horror head injuryThe Independent
- Chelsea: Xabi Alonso updates Emi Martinez return timeline in three-man injury updateEvening Standard
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