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Chelsea’s Liam Delap Exits Early With Suspected Dislocated Shoulder Against Bournemouth

Chelsea await medical assessment with Atalanta up next in Europe.

Overview

  • Delap left inside the opening half-hour at the Amex Stadium after a heavy fall at a corner, with the injury described as a suspected shoulder dislocation.
  • Manager Enzo Maresca immediately introduced Marc Guiu as Delap’s replacement.
  • Club staff are awaiting scans to confirm the diagnosis and establish an expected recovery timeframe.
  • The setback comes before a congested run that includes Atalanta in the Champions League and Everton in the Premier League.
  • Maresca had praised Delap’s recent progress following a long layoff, and the striker was physically prominent early on, drawing attention for clashes with Marcos Senesi.