Chelsea received bad news on Wednesday about Armando Broja’s injury. The injury and subsequent surgery rule out the striker for the remainder of the season. The youngster suffered the setback during a friendly match at the weekend.
“Having suffered a knee injury during the first half of Sunday’s friendly against Aston Villa, Armando has undergone further assessment following the club’s return to England,” Chelsea announced.
“The scan results of those evaluations unfortunately confirmed an ACL rupture and that surgery will be required. Following the operation, Armando will work closely with the club’s medical department during his rehabilitation and he is expected to miss the remainder of the 2022/23 campaign.”
Armando Broja’s injury means Chelsea need new signings
The unfortunate injury leaves the club short up. Potter used Kai Havertz up front this season. Still, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is now the team’s only true center forward. Both Havertz and Aubameyang have struggled to find the back of the net during the 2022/23 season. The German has managed just three goals in the Premier League, while the Gabon international has not scored a league goal since his debut for the team.
With Broja set for a long spell on the sidelines, Chelsea are reportedly looking for new targets. Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano has claimed that the Blues will now increase interest in the role. The next transfer window opens in January and the club can make additions throughout the month.
Club will have to battle rivals for a new striker
However, Chelsea could struggle to secure a new striker target. The center forward position is also an area of ​​concern for other Premier League clubs. Manchester United are also short up front due to the termination of Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract. Arsenal, meanwhile, need reinforcements after the injury to Gabriel Jesus.
However, Chelsea need to make a major move in the transfer market. The Blues are going downhill fast and currently sit eighth in the Premier League table. In fact, Chelsea lost three consecutive games before the World Cup break. Now, owner Todd Boehly will have to spend money if he hopes to turn around his club’s season.
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