Paddy Almond: Darlington defender suffers bleed on brain during Southend game
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Paddy Almond came through Sunderland's academy
Darlington defender Paddy Almond has been diagnosed with a bleed on the brain after a suspected concussion in their FA Trophy tie at Southend.
The Sunderland academy graduate, 20, was rushed to hospital after being taken off and had a brain scan.
He is being transferred to a specialist hospital in London for more treatment, accompanied by physio Danny O'Connor.
"Paddy is in our thoughts, and we continue to wish him a speedy recovery," Darlington said., external
Almond only returned to action in November, external after being a passenger in a car accident in June, which left him with head injuries.
Southend also sent their best wishes to Almond after the fourth-round tie, which the hosts won 2-1.