Oscar Bobb might have only just taken the first steps in his fledging career, but the Manchester City prospect has done enough to win over two men who matter most to the Norwegian.
The fleet-footed winger, 20, saw a pathway into the first-team squad created for him this summer when his fellow Academy graduate Cole Palmer was allowed to leave for Chelsea with £42.5million clinched for his signature.
Since then, Bobb has made five appearances for City in all competitions. He was also handed his senior debut by Norway and played both matches during the ongoing international break.
Important milestones for him, they have been backed up by comments from high-profile figures. ALSO READ: City could secure transfer windfall from Liverpool ALSO READ: City have clear target in sight for top-flight return It was only a few days ago that Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard locked horns with youngster Bobb - albeit as an unused substitute - when the Gunners overcame City in the Premier League showdown.
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