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West Brom boss Mel delighted with Liam O'Neil on debut

West Bromwich Albion boss Pepe Mel says Liam O'Neil's debut on the weekend was no one-off.

The 20-year-old Albion Academy product came off the bench to make his Premier League debut in the final moments of Saturday's 2-1 win at Swansea.

"I am really pleased for him," said Mel. "I brought him in for the future.

"He is a good player - the second ball is important for Liam.

"Liam is a young player and it was a difficult match for him but he did very well on Saturday.

"He will stay in my thoughts for sure."

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