Sunderland suffer huge blow as Xhaka limps off against Chelsea

Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka was forced off with an injury just three minutes into Sunday's Premier League match against Chelsea. The 34-year-old Switzerland international managed to walk off the pitch and was replaced by Jules Ahoka, delivering an early blow to manager Regis Le Bris.

The setback adds to a difficult campaign for bottom-placed Sunderland, who entered the fixture without a league win since August. The Black Cats will look toward the upcoming international break to assist Xhaka's recovery before facing Aston Villa.