Chelsea coach Sonia Bompastor has confirmed Sam Kerr remains weeks away from returning to action, dashing hopes of a swift comeback. Despite joining the Matildas camp recently, Kerr continues recovering from a serious ACL injury sustained in January 2024.
Kerr’s injury has kept her sidelined for over 14 months, far beyond the typical recovery period. Given it’s her second ACL injury, Chelsea is prioritizing caution over urgency to avoid the risk of re-injury during their critical title run.
While fans hoped she’d rejoin Chelsea’s push for four trophies, Bompastor’s update suggests Kerr may not return until late April. That leaves minimal time before the Women’s Super League ends on May 10.
Mentally, returning to the Matildas camp was a boost for Kerr, who’s faced a tough year both on and off the field. Chelsea, meanwhile, prepares for a high-stakes season finish, needing focus and consistency to chase historic success.
