Chelsea have confirmed that Ben Chilwell will have to undergo surgery following a knee injury he picked up against Juventus.
"After a knee injury in the match against Juventus the Chelsea medical department, in collaboration with their knee specialist, took the decision to attempt a conservative rehab approach," the statement on the club's official website reads.
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"Unfortunately Ben was unable to progress and so collectively the decision has been taken to proceed this week with a surgical repair."
Chelsea have not mentioned Chilwell's projected return date in their statement.
Earlier today, it was reported by multiple sources that the left-back would miss the rest of this season and possibly a part of the next campaign.
Source: Chelsea FC