West Ham United's in-form teenage striker Divin Mubama has said he's 'happy' to be a part of both the Under-18 squad and the first-team ahead of the Newcastle United clash.
Mubama has impressed at both youth and senior level this season, scoring 12 goals for the U18s while grabbing an assist in his one UEFA Europa Conference League appearance.
The 18-year-old was granted another opportunity for David Moyes' side in the FA Cup Fourth Round fixture against Derby County on Monday night, where he came on for the final 12 minutes.
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With a number of injuries up-front for West Ham, Mubama could see more chances under Moyes over the next few weeks starting with Newcastle on Saturday evening but staying humble, Mubama said if he's to continue representing Kevin Keen's side then he's 'happy to do either.'
“Whatever happens, happens,” he told West Ham's official website. “I'm happy to be a part of both sides. And do what I need to do for either team. Whether that's going up to Newcastle or doing my bit for the U18s, I'm happy to do either.
“Our U18s squad is very strong, not just on the pitch, but off the pitch too. I think Kevin [Keen] and all the rest of the staff have created a very strong togetherness, form and build since I was a first-year scholar.
“All the boys are good, we will have good laughs, but, on the pitch, we know when it’s time. We are on an unbelievable run at the moment; hopefully, we can continue that and get the win on Friday as well.”
Yet to find the back of the net for the senior side this season despite his impressive form in front of goal for Keen's squad, Mubama said he places his trust in Moyes given his track record of bringing youth through.
“I’m finding my form,” Mubama added. “I’ve been finding the net and that’s improving my confidence. I think confidence is the best thing in football; it can get you so far. I just want to continue to keep finding the back of the net [whether in the academy or the first team].
“Obviously, I'm still young and you just try to learn every single day. The gaffer [David Moyes] has seen a lot of kids come through and go all the way to the top. I trust the gaffer and obviously, there's 100 per cent stuff that I need to work on.”
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