Overview
- Gittens left England U21s’ win over the Republic of Ireland around the hour mark after appearing to pick up a knock while trying to evade a challenge from James McManus.
- He was replaced by Fulham’s Joshua King and headed straight down the tunnel, with no official update yet on the nature or severity of the issue.
- His participation for England U21s against Slovakia on Tuesday is uncertain, as is his availability for Chelsea once the international break ends.
- The 21-year-old summer arrival has made 14 appearances for Chelsea this season with one goal and three assists, featuring as part of the rotation rather than as a regular starter.
- Chelsea teammates Josh Acheampong and Tyrique George started the same U21 match without problems, with George scoring in stoppage time and Acheampong helping keep a clean sheet.