Derry says debut a 'dream come true' despite injury

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Derry says debut a 'dream come true' despite injury

Chelsea forward Jesse Derry says his debut was a "dream come true" despite being taken to hospital after suffering a head injury. …

Chelsea forward Jesse Derry says his debut was a "dream come true" despite being taken to hospital after suffering a head injury. The 18-year-old was making his first start for Chelsea against Nottingham Forest on Monday, and clashed heads with opponent Zach Abbott in the 45th minute. He received oxygen on the pitch before being taken off the field on a stretcher after a lengthy stoppage. The club then confirmed that he was "conscious, talking and undergoing precautionary checks" in hospital. …

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