A big blow has hit Chelsea as their key defender Thiago Silva has suffered a knee ligament damage and will be out for some time. The Brazilian suffered the injury during their Sunday’s 2-0 defeat at Tottenham. The 38-year-old Brazil captain had a scan on Monday and the club have not said how long he is likely to be out.
A statement released by Chelsea said: “Silva will now work closely with the club’s medical department during his rehabilitation to return to action as soon as possible.” Silva will miss next week’s Champions League last-16 second leg against Dortmund, which Chelsea trail 1-0. The player will miss their Champions League game against German Bundesliga side Dortmund next week.
He will also be absent as Graham Potter’s struggling side look to improve their dismal league form, including Saturday’s home Premier League game against Leeds United (15:00 GMT).
The club is 14 points from the top four and have only won twice in their past 15 games in all competitions. Thiago Silva signed a one-year contract extension this month, which will keep him at Chelsea until summer 2024.