Chelsea Striker Mayra Ramirez Out Remainder Season After Hamstring Surgery

Chelsea striker Mayra Ramirez will miss the start of the Women’s Super League season after undergoing hamstring surgery due to an injury sustained during a pre-season friendly against AC Milan. The 26-year-old Colombian forward was substituted in the 34th minute after pulling up with a right leg injury, leading to further medical assessment and surgery. Ramirez, who joined Chelsea from Levante in January 2024 for a then-world-record fee, has scored 15 goals in 46 appearances and was signed to cover for Sam Kerr’s ACL injury. Chelsea confirmed she will enter a rehabilitation period supported by their medical team and be sidelined for an unspecified time. The club is also dealing with injuries to other key players, including Lauren James, while in advanced talks to sign USWNT winger Alyssa Thompson ahead of the transfer deadline. Chelsea’s title defense begins at Stamford Bridge against Manchester City, with head coach Sonia Bompastor managing squad fitness and reinforcements.