Chelsea goalkeeper Emi Martínez could face approximately 40 days on the sidelines after sustaining a jaw injury during the club’s 2-0 victory over Everton on Saturday. The reported setback may force head coach Xabi Alonso to reorganise his goalkeeping options while the Argentine international recovers.

According to BBC Sport, Martínez reportedly underwent surgery after suffering the injury. However, Chelsea have not officially announced the severity of the problem or provided a confirmed timetable for his return.

The goalkeeper’s recovery will depend on his progress and the findings of the club’s medical team. Until Chelsea release further information, the reported 40-day absence remains an estimate rather than an established period of unavailability.

If that timeframe proves accurate, Martínez could miss six upcoming fixtures across the Premier League and Carabao Cup, creating a selection challenge for Alonso during a busy period of the season.

Chelsea’s scheduled matches begin with a home encounter against Tottenham Hotspur on October 24. Four days later, the Blues are due to travel to Anfield for their Carabao Cup fourth-round meeting with Liverpool, a fixture that could require a change between the posts if Martínez remains unavailable.

The London side will then return to league action against Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on October 31. That match would be another potential absence for the Argentine should his recovery extend into the final days of October.

Chelsea are also scheduled to visit Sunderland on November 8 before hosting Leeds United on November 21. Their fixture list includes an away meeting with Nottingham Forest on November 17, which falls before the Leeds encounter.

These matches could all come into consideration when assessing the impact of Martínez’s injury, although his eventual return date will determine how many games he actually misses. The Liverpool cup tie is particularly notable because it represents Chelsea’s involvement in a separate competition during the recovery period.

For Alonso, the immediate priority will be ensuring that Chelsea remain prepared in goal while the medical staff monitor Martínez’s condition. The club will need to assess his recovery carefully before deciding when he can resume training and competitive action.

Despite the reported surgery and possible lengthy absence, no definitive conclusion can yet be drawn about the goalkeeper’s availability for the upcoming fixtures. Chelsea have not confirmed the estimated recovery period, leaving uncertainty over whether Martínez will miss all six matches or return sooner than expected.