Armando Broja is determined to return stronger than before but is devastated to have ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament. The knee injury, suffered in a friendly against Aston Villa, is expected to keep him out for the remainder of season.
The 21-year-old saw his knee buckle in a challenge with Ezri Konsa and left the field in Abu Dhabi via a stretcher before assessments back in England confirmed the severity of the injury. Broja will undergo surgery before continuing his rehabilitation with Chelsea's medical staff.
The forward had enjoyed a promising start to life at Stamford Bridge, having netted his first Blues goal and earned his place as a regular option under Graham Potter. Broja has made 18 appearances this season, injecting plenty of energy from the bench and started the west London side's final two games against Manchester City and Newcastle before the break for the World Cup.
