Jonathon Leko secured his future at West Brom

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The youngster will remain at the Hawthorns for at least three years. WBA

Leko, who joined West Bromwich Albion at the tender age of 10, has opted to commit his future to the club, having just signed a three-year deal as they head into the Championship.

The 19-year-old was loaned out to Sky Bet Championship side Bristol City for the first half of the 2017-18 season, which will likely prove useful as West Brom begin their campaign to get promoted back to the Premier League next season.

Leko told 'Sky Sports News': ''It was game after game in the Championship. There wasn't as much rest as I would have liked. Now that I know that, I'm looking forward to it because I just want to play. The more games the better.

"I've been here since I was 10. Now I want to push on and get myself a regular first-team place. I want to be more involved next season and become a first-team starter.''

West Brom opted to appoint Darren Moore in a more permanent capacity, after the caretaker manager guided the Baggies to a five-game undefeated streak against the likes of; Tottenham, Liverpool and Manchester United.

Leko praised Moore's appointment, he said: ''I'm buzzing for him that he has got the job. I can't wait to work with him. He has always told me to express myself on the pitch.

''I've known him a long time. He will be a big influence. Who else would you want in charge apart from Mooro?''

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