Chelsea's Injury Crisis Deepens as Edouard Mendy Undergoes Surgery After Training Ground Incident

- World Soccer Today -

 Chelsea Football Club has been hit by yet another injury blow as goalkeeper Edouard Mendy underwent surgery following a training ground incident. This comes as a major concern for manager Scott Potter, who has already been dealing with a mounting injury crisis at the club.

Mendy, who has been a standout performer for the Blues this season, suffered the injury during a training session and it is unclear at this stage how long he will be sidelined for. The club has not yet released any further details on the extent of the injury or the surgery.

The news of Mendy's injury will come as a major blow to Potter and the Chelsea team, who have been relying heavily on the Senegalese international to provide a solid presence between the sticks. Mendy has been in excellent form this season, establishing himself as one of the top goalkeepers in the division.

The injury to Mendy will also increase the pressure on Chelsea's backup goalkeepers, Kepa Arrizabalaga and Willy Caballero, who will now be required to step up and fill the void left by the first choice keeper. Both Arrizabalaga and Caballero have proven to be capable shot-stoppers in the past, but it remains to be seen how they will cope with the added responsibility of filling in for Mendy.

Overall, the injury to Mendy is a significant blow for Chelsea and will no doubt be a cause for concern for Potter and the club's fans. It is yet another addition to an already lengthy injury list at Stamford Bridge, and the club will be hoping for a speedy recovery for their star goalkeeper.