Chelsea Football Club have confirmed that goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez has undergone successful surgery after suffering a fractured jaw during the Blues’ 2-0 victory over Everton on Saturday.

What happened to Emiliano Martínez?

Martínez was forced off in the second half of the Premier League encounter at the Hill Dickinson Stadium following a collision midway through the game. The Argentine goalkeeper received medical attention on the pitch before being stretched off and taken to hospital for further assessment.

Following additional medical examinations, it was confirmed that the Chelsea shot-stopper had sustained a fractured jaw, an injury that required surgical intervention. The club have now confirmed that the operation was successful.

The incident overshadowed what was otherwise an important result for Chelsea, who secured a 2-0 victory over Everton. The win also marked a significant defensive milestone for the Blues, as they recorded their first clean sheet of the season.

Martínez’s injury will be a major concern for Chelsea, with the goalkeeper potentially facing a spell on the sidelines as he begins his recovery. However, the length of his absence will depend on his progress following surgery and further medical assessments.

Chelsea are expected to monitor his recovery closely before providing a clearer indication of when he could return to action. The injury also presents a potential selection challenge for head coach Xabi Alonso, who may need to rely on his available goalkeeping options while Martínez recovers.

Chelsea fans will hope that their first-choice goalkeeper makes a full and speedy recovery following the successful operation.