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Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino will be without one of the bright sparks of the new season due to injury.
Carney Chukwuemeka has been ruled out for six weeks with a knee injury in a major blow to Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino.
The promising attacking-midfielder had started both of Chelsea’s opening Premier League games under Pochettino but came off in the 3-1 defeat at West Ham.
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Chukwuemeka underwent surgery on Monday and posted on Instagram:
“Minor setback but I will be back stronger than ever. Thank you Chelsea fans for your love and support. See you soon.”
A Chelsea statement on Tuesday morning read:
“Carney Chukwuemeka sustained an injury to his left knee during our game against West Ham United on Sunday. Last night Carney underwent surgery and will now begin his recovery.
"The 19-year-old will work with the club’s medical department on his rehabilitation at Cobham.”
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