Emma Hayes taking time away from Chelsea after emergency hysterectomy

Hayes’ assistant Denise Reddy is to oversee first-team affairs during her absence, along with general manager Paul Green.

Emma Hayes has been Chelsea manager since 2012 (Mike Egerton/PA)

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes has revealed she is recovering after undergoing an emergency hysterectomy last week.

The 45-year-old, who has been battling endometriosis, said in a statement on the club’s official website that she will “need time and patience to return to full health”.