Baggies starlet growing in confidence on the Field

West Bromwich Albion starlet Sam Field believes he’s now up to speed in the Premier League – with boss Tony Pulis showing no hesitation throwing him into the deep end this season.

The midfielder – a life-long Baggies fan – only turned 18 in May but has now made two Premier League appearances after receiving the full 90 minutes at Bournemouth.

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And though he is noticeably a more diminutive presence on the pitch than many of his counterparts, Field insists age will not be a barrier following a confidence-boosting dream start to the campaign.

“It’s been unreal, the last six months have just been ridiculous,” said Field. “Last season I was starting playing the Under 18s, so to go from that to make my Premier League debut is unbelievable. I didn’t expect to be starting or playing at this point in the season.

“The speed of the game and the physicality is a massive step up from youth football but if you want to make a career it’s something you have to do.

“I’m starting to get used to it now, especially the Bournemouth game which was my first 90 minutes. It’s been a really good learning experience and I feel I can use that in the future.”