Bristol City have surprised many with their antics this season, challenging for promotion to the Premier League as well as taking Manchester City the distance in the semi-finals of this season’s Carabao Cup.

The Robins have been excellent under Lee Johnson and an entirely different outfit than the side that flirted with relegation last year, and much of that success has to go down to the manager, as well as the consistent performances of some of the club’s stars.

Striker Bobby Reid has been a particular revelation, with the academy graduate excelling in the striking role having been previously used as a midfielder.

Here is what we have learnt about the player so far…

Used as a midfielder for much of his young career, Reid was good, but never looked like becoming a star of the division.

Johnson did some recalibrating over the summer, with Reid noted in his preseason notes as possessing the traits required to succeed as a striker in the division, a decision the manager has never failed to regret.

Reid began the season in sensational fashion and his form has never waivered, with the player’s goals keeping the Robins in touch with the play-offs spots.

Reid is twice the player he was last year in his new position.

Despite evolving into a star this season, the academy graduate is undoubtedly the future of the club and Johnson must fight tooth and nail to keep the player at Bristol City in the summer.

Interest from the Premier League is sure to materialise whether the Robins are promoted or not, and convincing the young striker that his future lies at Ashton Gate is essential to mounting another promotion push should their current bid fail.

Reid is a product of the academy and his heart lies in Bristol, but when Premier League money comes calling and the prospect of competing in the world’s best division is dangled, the prospect is often too enticing to reject.

Much has been said about Reid’s transition from midfielder to striker, but the player remains adept at playing on both the wing, and behind the main striker.

The understanding he has developed with summer signing Famara Diedhiou is impressive, and the pair have torn opposition defences apart this season with their movement and ability to pick each other out, meaning that they must both be on the field when available for selection.

Reid is a willing runner, and Johnson will have no qualms in utilising on the wing to track back and help out at the back, but it is clear where his talents lie.

He can play anywhere, but keep this guy upfront.

Robins fans, thoughts on Reid?