Ben Wilmot has pinpointed Swansea City manager Steve Cooper’s success in working with young player as an attraction that led to his loan deal.
The 19-year-old Watford defender has moved to the Liberty Stadium on a season-long agreement following a loan spell in Italy last season with Udinese.
Wilmot said former England U17 World Cup-winning coach Cooper was someone he was keen to work with.
“I’m really excited to get started. Everything seemed to fit by coming here,” said Wilmot.
“The head coach has been very good with young players, and that’s something I need at this stage of my career.
“The style in which Swansea play is very much to my strengths and is how I like to play the game, so they were big factors in my move here.
“I want to play and help the team as much as I can all season long. He looks like he will give that chance to young players, so hopefully I can make the most of the opportunity.
“I’ve heard lots of good things about him. I’ve not worked with him, but I’m told he’s very detailed in the way he works, so I’m looking forward to developing under him.
“We’ve only got a week until the season starts, but I have time to settle and get going. I’m excited to see how the season unfolds.”
Wilmot could make his debut on Saturday as the Swans host Atalanta in their final pre-season friendly, before meeting Hull City at home in their Championship season opener the following week.
