Chelsea defender Levi Colwill suffered an ACL injury in training and is expected to miss six to nine months of action.

Chelsea’s pre-season preparations have hit a major setback with the news that defender Levi Colwill has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.

The 22-year-old England international underwent successful surgery on the injury, and the club has confirmed that he will begin his recovery and rehabilitation phase at Cobham.

The injury is expected to keep Colwill out of action for six to nine months, which means he will miss a significant part of the new season. This is a major blow to Chelsea, who rely heavily on their talented young defender. Colwill made 43 appearances in all competitions for Chelsea last season and played a crucial role in the team’s success.

The injury occurred during training earlier this week, when Colwill had reported back to Cobham for pre-season. Medical assessments confirmed that surgery would be the required course of action, and the club’s medical department will support Colwill during his rehabilitation phase.

Colwill’s absence will be felt by Chelsea, particularly in the upcoming Premier League campaign. The Blues open their season against Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge on August 17, and Colwill’s injury means he will miss this match. Chelsea will need to look to other defenders to fill the gap left by Colwill’s absence.

The club’s medical department will work closely with Colwill to ensure his safe return to action. ACL injuries can be challenging to recover from, but with the right treatment and rehabilitation, Colwill can make a full recovery. The key will be to take the time to rebuild his strength and fitness.

Colwill’s injury is a significant setback for both the player and the club. However, Chelsea has a talented squad, and other defenders will have the opportunity to step up and fill the gap left by Colwill’s absence.