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Oxford to become youngest ever West Ham debutant

Reece Oxford will become West Ham United's youngest ever player to debut in the first team.


The 16-year old defender is set to break a 93-year record when he steps out against FC Lusitanos in Europa League qualifying at Upton Park on Thursday.

Centre-back Oxford will break Billy Williams' record when he debuts at 16 years and 198 days. Williams debuted nine decades ago at 16 years and 221 days.

Oxford, born in December 1998, has been with the Hammers since 2011 and has been an unused sub on six occasions including five times in the Premier League.

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