Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez underwent successful surgery on a fractured jaw following an injury sustained during the club’s 2-0 Premier League victory over Everton. The incident occurred in the second half of the match at Goodison Park, when Martínez clashed heads with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite while contesting a cross.

Martínez, 34, received extended on-field treatment lasting approximately eight to ten minutes before being stretchered off and transported to a nearby hospital. The Argentina international later shared a photograph of himself in a hospital bed on social media, expressing gratitude for the support and confirming the operation had gone well. “The most important thing is that we won and kept a clean sheet,” he wrote. “We’ll be back in a few weeks.”

Chelsea issued a club statement confirming the injury and surgery, and extended their best wishes for Martínez’s recovery. Backup goalkeeper Mike Penders, 21, is expected to assume starting duties for the upcoming Premier League matches against Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United, as well as the Carabao Cup tie against Liverpool. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso voiced confidence in Penders, describing him as “brave” and expressing full trust in his abilities.

The injury to Martínez represents a significant setback for Chelsea, given his key role and recent form. However, the club’s depth in the goalkeeper position appears to provide a ready solution as Martínez recuperates. No specific timeframe has been given for his return, though Martínez’s own statement indicated an anticipated recovery within a few weeks.