Chelsea hand start to Reggie Walsh, 16, who is doing his GCSEs and becomes youngest debutant in 58 years vs Djurgarden

CHELSEA have handed a start to a 16-YEAR-OLD doing his GCSEs against Djurgarden.

Reggie Walsh was named alongside the likes of Reece James, Jadon Sancho and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.

Reggie Walsh was handed a start against DjurgardenGetty

Walsh, 16 years and 200 days, is currently in Year 11 at school and is the Blues’ youngest debutant since Ian Hamilton in 1967.

The midfielder is currently in the middle of his GCSEs and may have had to skip out on some revision in order to play.

Manager Enzo Maresca has spoken about the decision to hand the dream start to the teenager.

The Italian claimed that Walsh has “something” and is confident in his ability.

He said: “His talent is very good.

“Technique is fantastic. I really like him. Between the lines is good, you can see immediately he has something.

“For sure at 17, 18, he needs to work hard and continue. I like also the personality, he’s worked with us during the season.

“He’s not shy, he’s asking for the ball, he’s shouting and talking. I like, he’s a good player.

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