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Name to watch… 16-year-old Southampton talent Enzo Robise features for under-23s

A general view inside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Southampton and Watford at St Mary's Stadium on September 9, 2017 in So...
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Southampton’s academy is one of the most revered in the country.

A general view inside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Southampton and Watford at St Mary's Stadium on September 9, 2017 in Southampton, England.

Southampton’s academy is renowned as among the UK’s very best, with Gareth Bale and Theo Walcott two very famous success stories.

A new name to watch could be exciting teenager Enzo Robise.

A A general view from inside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Southampton and Burnley at St Mary's Stadium on November 4, 2017 in Southampton, England.

Robise is just 16-years-old and is already featuring for Southampton’s under-23 team.

He came off the bench for Rahdi Jaidi’s side last night as they slipped to a narrow defeat 1-0 to Blackburn.

Just days earlier Robise had scored for the under-18s in a draw with Reading, and his call-up was reward for his impressive performances at that level.

Southampton signed Robise from French side Reims last summer and while it is very early days in his journey at Southampton, there is reason to be encouraged.

The young midfielder is outperforming expectations at just 16 and if he continues to make big strides then he could be pushing for first team places within a couple of sasons.