France-born defender of Ivorian descent, Wesley Fofana, has undergone successful hamstring surgery.
As reported by Africasoccer, the youngster is set to miss the rest of the 2024/25 football season after sustaining a hamstring injury.
According to an official club statement from Chelsea on Saturday, April 5, Wesley Fofana has started recovery and rehabilitation at its Cobham facility.
“The club can confirm that defender Wesley Fofana has today undergone successful hamstring surgery.
“Wesley was assessed by specialists this week after the 24-year-old suffered an injury of the muscle. Following that assessment, it was concluded that an operation would be required.
“The 24-year-old will now begin his recovery and undergo rehabilitation with the club’s medical staff at Cobham over the coming weeks,” the official Chelsea statement said.
Meanwhile, the club has extended best wishes to Fofana, hoping that his recovery is not just smooth but swift.
“Everyone at the club is fully focused on supporting Wesley in his recovery,” Chelsea added in their statement.
Club Statement: Update on Wesley Fofana
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) April 5, 2025
