Bristol City's Han-Noah Massengo has said that being a regular member of the first-team has been his favourite aspect of life at Ashton Gate so far.
Lee Johnson surprised many when he swooped to sign an 18-year-old Massengo from Monaco last summer. He was a recognised prospect at the club and was even involved with the first-team, but he's since come to Bristol City and become an important first-team player.
In France, Massengo was getting the odd shot at first-team football, but they were sporadic - he made three Ligue 1 appearances, and even featured in the Champions League amongst other cup competitions.
But in the Championship, the Frenchman has become one of the most highly-regarded youngsters in the division, and has proved to be a hit amongst the Bristol City fans as well.
Speaking to www.bcfc.co.uk about life in Bristol, Massengo asserted his happiness at the amount of first-team football he's played under Johnson so far: "The best thing about my move has been that I am playing regularly. At Monaco I played only seven games and after two months with the first team I was in the second team.
"Here I am part of the first team, I am playing and that is best for me because I want to improve and become more experienced. I was attracted by the project, when the gaffer spoke to me about this and what he wants from me and how I can develop here and immediately I want to come here."
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The 18-year-old has played 23 Championship games so far this season. He's been a regular performer in the middle of the park for Bristol City, and has even caught the eye of Arsenal with his performances.
The verdict
Massengo looks destined to go on and have a bright future in football. Bristol City is a good club for his progression because he's getting regular football, and in one of the most competitive leagues in the world.
Johnson should do everything he can to keep hold of him for a few more years and help him develop into the player he promises to become.