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Tottenham Hotspur Youngster Troy Parrott Signs His First Professional Contract on 17th Birthday

Highly rated Tottenham Hotspur striker Troy Parrott has committed his future to the club by signing his first professional contract.

The Irish youth international marked his 17th birthday by penning a deal with Spurs after being involved with the Mauricio Pochettino's first team squad in recent weeks.

Parrott announced his new deal on Twitter on Monday: "Birthday boy, the best gift I could of asked for, delighted to sign my first professional contract Spurs, proud moment for me and my family."

Amid Spurs' injury crisis this month with key players like Harry Kane and Dele Alli sidelined for another month, Parrott has been travelling with the squad to games as a reserve, should someone fall ill or get injured on matchday.