A major injury blow has hit Charlton Athletic ahead of the 2026-27 campaign, with young defender Collins Sichenje set to miss the rest of the season after sustaining a serious knee injury. The 22-year-old Kenyan, who joined the League side from Serbian top-flight club Vojvodina back in February 2026, picked up the injury during the Addicks’ Carabao Cup matchup against Premier League giant Tottenham Hotspur.
Since the injury occurred, Sichenje has gone through a surgical procedure to address the damage to his knee. Confirming the disappointing update on Wednesday, Addicks manager Nathan Jones shared the club’s statement via the official team website, acknowledging the harsh setback for the young centre-back.
“It’s a tough injury for Collins and everyone at the club,” Jones said. “He underwent surgery this week, which went well, but he’ll be out for an extended period. Our thoughts are with him, and we’ll be supporting him every step of the way during his recovery. He’s a resilient character and we know he’ll come back stronger.”
Since arriving at The Valley in the winter transfer window, Sichenje has made 10 senior appearances for Charlton Athletic, establishing himself as a promising young prospect for the club’s future. Fans and club staff alike have already shared messages of support for the defender as he begins what is expected to be a lengthy rehabilitation process.