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Yeovil 'sign' young goalkeeper Daryl Allinson after leukaemia recovery

Yeovil gave talented 13-year-old goalkeeper Daryl Allinson, who has recovered from a rare form of leukaemia, a day to remember after announcing him as an "official signing."

Daryl, who was diagnosed with Leukaemia Atypical CML Monomonasomie 7 and GATA 2 in April 2015, underwent a bone marrow transplant from his brother Brad but later suffered a relapse.

After funding for a second procedure on the NHS was turned down, his family sought to raise up to £100,000 for a private operation and ongoing treatment.

Doctors said his second operation had been a "100 percent success," with the teenager now able to enjoy playing football again as he continues his recovery.

And League Two club Yeovil have now helped raise awareness of his condition and push those fundraising efforts along.

As part of the gesture, they announced his "official signing" on their website, followed by a live press conference alongside manager Darren Way on social media and meeting the players in training.

Way said: "Daryl is a fantastic role model for everyone and a shining example of what positivity and fortitude can achieve."

Daryl joined in drills with Glovers keepers Artur Krysiak and Jonny Maddison and was presented with a signed shirt by Way and his squad.

"Daryl is a fantastic role model for everyone and a shining example of what positivity and fortitude can achieve," Way said, later telling the youngster: "You keep fighting and stay strong."

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