One of the longest-serving players within the Academy, central midfield player Will Van Lier has been with the club since 2012 and is another example of someone who has progressed through the age groups at the club. A dynamic midfield player, Van Lier was a key component of the FA Youth Cup squad that progressed deep into the competition in the 2021/22 season. At the start of the 2022/23 season, Van Lier extended his decade long-stay at the club by signing a two-year Professional Development Contract.