New Chelsea striker Christopher Nkunku needs some time to recover. After suffering a knee injury requiring surgery.
Chelsea’s website reports Nkunku has undergone surgery to treat a knee injury. And now begins a rehabilitation program with the club’s medical team. Without predicting the exact recovery period.
Nkunku was substituted off the field during Chelsea’s 1-1 draw. With Borussia Dortmund in the final pre-season friendly in the United States on August 2 must take a long break. UFABET But will definitely not be fit in time for the opening game of the new Premier League season with Liverpool.
“Nkunku suffered a knee injury. This will require the striker to recuperate for a while. The 25-year-old has undergone surgery. And will now begin a rehabilitation program with the club’s medical department.” on the Chelsea website
It’s very bad news for new manager Mauricio Pochettino, who is determine to make Nkunku the mainstay of the attack. After moving from RB Leipzig fresh and hot, a huge fee of 52 million pounds. But having to postpone the debut in the official game Expected to take a break for up to 3-4 months.
However, Pochettino will have to rely on another striker. Senegal international Nicolas Jackson, who join from Villarreal for £32m.