The player with a fractured skull is conscious and able to speak.

Ryan Mason is recovering from surgery on a fractured skull – a result of a collision with Gary Cahill during the Chelsea-Hull match.

Captain Michael Dawson, team doctor Mark Waller, head of medical Rob Price, and club secretary Matt Wild visited Mason on January 23rd. "Ryan is conscious and spoke about the incident that occurred during yesterday's match (January 22nd). He will remain in hospital for a few more days for observation. The club will continue to be in close contact with Ryan, his family, and the doctors at St Mary's Hospital," a Hull club representative stated.

Mason could return to the pitch after fully recovering from his injury.

Mason was rushed to St Mary's Hospital in London after the collision with Cahill. There, doctors performed surgery on his fractured skull to minimize the risk to his life and health.

After the match, Mason received a lot of support and encouragement from coaches and teammates. Among them were Cahill, Chelsea manager Antonio Conte, superstar Gareth Bale, and striker Harry Kane.

"Ryan and his family are deeply moved by the support they have received. Thank you so much for all the positive comments in the media and press over the past 24 hours," a Hull club representative said.

According to VNE