Jesse Derry: The Chelsea teenager says his debut was a dream come true despite a head injury.

Chelsea Forward Jesse Derry was taken to hospital after suffering a head injury but said his debut was a “dream come true”.

The 18-year-old was making his first start. Chelsea Resist Nottingham Forest On Monday and in the 45th minute, he faced off against Zach Abbott.

He received oxygen on the field before coming out on the stretch after a long layoff.

The club then confirmed that he was “conscious, talking and careful examination” in the hospital.

Derry posted on social media: “My dream come true to make my first Premier League start at Stamford Bridge.

“I want to thank everyone Chelsea The medical staff, everyone at St Mary’s Hospital, my team mates and all the fans for their great support. I can’t wait to play in front of everyone soon.

Former son Derry Leeds And Crystal Palace Midfielder Shaun Derry was making his first start. Chelsea He made two appearances off the bench in the FA Cup.

He was replaced by Liam Delap as the concert’s replacement.

Premier League teams are allowed to make one Connors substitution per match, which does not count towards the normal substitution limit.

Morgan Gibbs-White of the Forest and Chelsea Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez was involved in a nasty second-half clash but Forest proved to be their midfielder. It was not replaced by Congress.