Speculation Ends as Chelsea Star's Injury Proves More Serious Than Feared

"The 26-year-old was absent from Saturday's 5-1 victory over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge, having undergone medical assessments following an injury sustained in training.

Assessments confirmed that surgery was the necessary course of action. Reece has already begun his recovery and will be supported throughout this phase of rehabilitation by the club's medical staff at Cobham," the club said in a statement.