'Perfect' Harrison Burke explains key factor behind Walsall summer switch

Harrison Burke says Walsall's track record with developing young talent was a key factor behind his decision to join the club.

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The 22-year-old, who arrived from Chester earlier in the summer, scored the winning goal in a 1-0 triumph over Aston Villa at Bescot on Wednesday night. 

Burke joined Walsall on a three-year deal with the option of a further year and has described Bescot as the "perfect" place for this stage of his career.

'This just seemed perfect'

Walsall defender Harrison Burke celebrates his winning goal against Aston Villa.
Walsall defender Harrison Burke celebrates his goal against Aston Villa at Bescot.

He said: "That was a huge reason why I signed. I thought, how can I make this stepping stone and where is the right place to make this stepping stone? 

"This just seemed perfect with the evidence to back it up. A lot of clubs will say it, whereas this club has the evidence there.