Chelsea and England attack-minded midfielder Joe Cole, who had been recovering following a serious knee injury - the same sustained by club team-mates Michael Essien and Paulo Ferriera - has had to undergo another operation in order to help aid his rehabilitation.
Cole was a notable absentee from the Blues' potentially money-spinning pre-season tour of the United States of America, as he had minor surgery that intended to correct a minor meniscus tear in his right knee.
The club's official website confirmed, "In light of his previous surgery, excellent rehab and recent return to full training, this is only a minor setback and we expect Cole to return to full training in approximately one month."
Cole developed the injury, a rupture to his anterior cruciate ligament, during a victorious FA Cup clash against minnows Southend United in January (pictured).
The seriousness of his continued absence perhaps adds further credence to the speculation that the west Londoners are in the market for Aston Villa flanker Ashley Young, although the player - according to a Goal.com exclusive released earlier today - is believed to prefer a move to Manchester United should one develop.
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