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Chelsea's Pedro has suffered multiple fractures from his collision with David Ospina in China, according to boss Antonio Conte.
Ahead of the Blues' next pre-season clash with Bayern Munich in Singapore, Conte confirmed Pedro must wear a protective mask after 10 days of rehabilitation.
Conte said: "The situation was more serious. I hoped it would be only concussion. He had multiple fractures but I think with a mask in 10 days he could come back to work with us."
The Spaniard was clattered by Arsenal goalkeeper Ospina during their 3-0 win over Arsenal in Beijing on Saturday and was sent home to England with concussion the next day.
The 29-year-old had left the field at Bird's Nest Stadium groggy and hobbling, with visible cuts to his face and head.
Conte had initially been hopeful Pedro could join them in Singapore for the next leg of their tour but the forward said on Instagram: "What a shock. Fortunately everything is okay."
Pedro scored 13 goals in 43 appearances as Chelsea won the Premier League title last season.
