Chelsea Football Club has shared a crucial update regarding the injury sustained by Carney Chukwuemeka. In an official announcement dated Tuesday, August 22, 2023, the Blues confirmed that the young talent has successfully undergone surgery and commenced his rehabilitation journey. The 19-year-old midfielder is set to kickstart his recovery program at Chelsea’s renowned medical center in Cobham.
The unfortunate injury occurred during the first half of the match between West Ham United and Chelsea at London Stadium on Sunday, August 20, 2023. Chukwuemeka made his mark by scoring the solitary goal for the Blues with a brilliant move through the Hammers’ defense.
This setback compounds Chelsea’s woes, as it comes on the heels of the captain’s injury during pre-game training for the West Ham clash. Both players are expected to be sidelined for a minimum of six weeks, leaving Chelsea with significant challenges to overcome.