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Walsall boss Smith welcomes deal for Man City striker Hiwula

Walsall have signed Manchester City striker Jordy Hiwula.

Hiwula joins on an initial one-month youth loan.

Walsall boss Dean Smith admitted: "Jordy is a player I've been tracking for a while. I saw him last season for City's Under-21s and he did really well, so he is someone I marked down as one to watch.

"He's since been on loan at Yeovil and all the scouting reports we have on their matches highlight him as a player with real potential. I like to get players on their second loan. I feel Jordy will come here and improve us.

"He played against us recently in a behind-closed-doors game and did really well. He will give us a threat in behind and can play down the middle or out wide. His preferred position is as a 'number nine', and with his pace and trickery, we have an exciting, young talent on our hands."

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