Impact: The young right-back has made a great impression this season

The PFA Merit award was presented to Preston defender Graham Alexander in recognition of his services to the game, dating back to his debut as a Scunthorpe player in 1991.

The Scotland international went on to play for Luton, Preston and Burnley before returning to Deepdale in 2011 and was humbled with the award of the trophy.

'To get recognition for what you have done in your career at any stage is great,' he said.

'I'm coming towards the end of my playing career and I'm privileged to be recognised by the people who I have played against for the last 20-odd years.'

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