Scunthorpe United second-year scholar Tom Pugh has signed his first professional contract with the club.

The 18-year-old midfielder has nearly completed his two-year scholarship and has been rewarded for his progression with his first professional deal.  

Pugh has had a little bit of experience with the first team, going on the pre-season tour to Obertraun in Austria and was a late substitute in the Checkatrade Trophy game against Mansfield.

Pugh is likely to link up with the new under-23 side next season, which will be managed by Russ Wilcox.

Speaking to the club website, Pugh said: "I am (looking forward to it). Russ is very experienced, he's a great coach and I've been able to work with him already, so I'm looking forward to it. Every game is tough, so I just try and get the most out of it and keep pushing myself.

"You learn a lot from those games. I look at other players in my position and learn from what they do on and off the ball.

"Obviously, I'm overwhelmed by it (signing the contract).

"I think I've progressed a lot both physically and mentally, so I think it's gone well.

"There's always a target to get a few goals along the way and try and get myself towards the first team squad. That's always a big target."