Chelsea defender Fofana faces season-ending injury setback

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Chelsea‘s French defender Wesley Fofana may be sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a hamstring injury.

The 24-year-old centre-back sustained the injury during Chelsea’s 3-0 victory over Aston Villa on December 1. Fofana was hurt while stepping on the ball during a challenge against Villa striker Ollie Watkins.k

Before the setback, Fofana had been a key player for the Blues, starting 12 of their 13 Premier League matches. His only absence prior to the injury was due to a suspension.

Initially, Blues boss Enzo Maresca estimated that Fofana would be out for “at least three, four, five weeks.” However, Maresca has now confirmed the injury is far worse than expected.

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“Unfortunately, he could be out for the season,” Maresca admitted, calling the situation a “big blow.” Despite the seriousness of the injury, Fofana does not require surgery at this stage.

This development leaves Chelsea with a significant defensive void as they navigate the remainder of their campaign. Maresca and the team will now need to explore ways to adapt without their reliable centre-back.

So far, Tosin Adarabioyo has replaced Fofana in the first team. The ex-Fulham man has played his position in most of the matches the Frenchman has missed.

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