There was the refreshing sight of three academy graduates in our starting XI against Burnley on Saturday.
Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Joe Willock and Reiss Nelson have all come through the youth ranks to force themselves into our first team and, after impressing at Newcastle United last weekend, all three retained their places for our win over the Clarets.
Speaking after the match, Willock discussed the youthful look to our team, and also commented on Dani Ceballos’ stellar display. Here’s what he said:
on youngsters in the team…
It shows how good the academy is.