The eye-catching displays of Neco Williams in a first-team jersey have come as no surprise to U23s boss Neil Critchley.
The Wales U19 international provided the all-important assist against Shrewsbury Town in the FA Cup fourth-round replay when his forward pass, looking for Harvey Elliott, was headed into his own net by defender Ro-Shaun Williams.
In the first game at the New Meadow, Williams also provided an assist when his cross was turned into his own net by Donald Love.
During last week’s replay at Anfield, the 18-year-old intercepted a long throw from the goalkeeper and then promptly – following the instructions of his manager – played the ball in behind the Shrewsbury rearguard which led to the game's only goal.