George Thorne returns to full Derby County training

Championship promotion hopefuls Derby County have been boosted by the news that midfielder George Thorne can return to full training.

The 22-year-old is yet to play in a competitive game for the Rams since joining them permanently last summer after he ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament in pre-season.

Derby said on their website this afternoon that Thorne was given the all-clear to resume full training at a six-month check-up.

Thorne scored twice in 12 appearances on loan at the Rams in the second half of last season before his permanent switch from West Bromwich Albion.