Marvin Sordell salutes Malky Mackay's policy

Marvin Sordell today praised Malky Mackay for bringing the youngsters through at Watford, although he admits the club's financial restrictions have forced the Scot's hand.

Sordell is the club's second top scorer this season with 13 goals, while other Academy graduates such as Matthew Whichelow and Dale Bennett are also demonstrating they can step up to first-team level.

Sordell believes Mackay is the perfect man to give youngsters their chance. "There isn't much money in the club, so the manager can't buy Championship-ready players," he said.