Source: Telegraph
Yossi Benayoun blow for Chelsea and Israel
The 30-year-old had been included in Israel's squad for the upcoming Euro 2012 qualifiers against Croatia and Greece despite not having featured for his club since their Carling Cup defeat to Newcastle on Sept 22. [LNB]However, he underwent an MRI scan after complaining of pain in his ankle and was diagnosed with a torn Achilles tendon. [LNB] Related ArticlesNeymar: Chelsea move 'would be an honour'Paper view: Neymar longs for Chelsea moveNo case for defence for ArsenalChelsea 2 Arsenal 0'We had Chelsea on ropes'Chelsea clash is acid test for ArsenalThe federation statement predicted this could lead to a "long absence" of "several months", although the player is waiting to see what the Chelsea medics have to say on his return to England before accepting a long spell out. [LNB]"I hope to help the team, but unfortunately this is not a simple injury," Benayoun said. "The team and I will cross our fingers. [LNB]"After more tests I will know exactly what the continuing treatment will be." [LNB][LNB]
