Chelsea release official statement on Ben Chilwell's injury

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.

"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.