Jaw-Dropping Blow for Chelsea: Martínez Set for 40 Days Out After Surgery

Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez confirmed he underwent successful surgery after sustaining a jaw fracture during Saturday’s match at Everton. The Argentina international was stretchered off and hospitalized, and is expected to miss around 40 days. Backup Mike Penders made his debut and may start while Martínez recovers, affecting Chelsea’s upcoming fixtures against Tottenham, Manchester United and Liverpool.