For all the latest news from in and around Bolton, sign up for the free MyBolton newsletter George Thomason has reflected on his rapid rise to the Bolton Wanderers first team squad and has paid tribute to his non-league experience as the best preparation for men's professional football.
The 20-year-old made his Wanderers debut earlier this season and has gone on to play 19 times so far this campaign, scoring his first goal for the club against Carlisle United on Boxing Day.
It has been quite a journey for the midfielder this campaign and through his career generally, having started this season out on loan with Bamber Bridge.
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