Steven Alzate has been tipped to play a wide-ranging role for Albion after his sparkling Premier League debut.
The versatile 21-year-old was named as man of the match by Sky Sports as Albion drew 0-0 at Newcastle.
That followed an impressive senior bow at Bristol Rovers in the Carabao Cup recently
Alzate refers to himself as a midfielder but can also play wide or as a No.10.
Senior colleague Dale Stephens said: “He is a natural footballer, very clever.
“He can do a bit of everything.
“He can go past players, he can pass, he is quick,
“He will be utilised, I am sure, in many different positions, which will help him play in our team.”
Alzate is currently under contract until the end of next season having signed a new deal last November.
His fellow under-23s graduate Aaron Connolly joined him on the pitch as sub and had a potential winning goal cleared off the line.
Asked whether the pair felt comfortable in the Premier League, Stephens said: “I hope so because it is no fluke they have made their debuts.
“It is nice to see young players coming through and prove themselves at this level.”
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