Hythe Town manager Nick Davis impressed with teenager Louie Procopi’s development this season

Hythe boss Nick Davis likes what he’s seen from teenager Louie Procopi.

The 18-year-old impressed in central defence alongside captain Lex Allan as the Cannons drew 0-0 at Eastbourne Town on Saturday.

And he showed his versatility by finishing the game in a defensive midfield role.

Procopi, who went on trial with Premier League Brentford 18 months ago, is learning his trade in non-league as Hythe fight for Isthmian South East survival.

“Louie’s doing well,” said Davis. “He’s a good player and he can play in a few positions.

“He’s only young but he’s got all the attributes.

“He was brilliant on Saturday alongside Lex Allan and then when we had an injury, he sat in front of the back four and did really well. He’s quite versatile, which is good for us.

“We’re probably not sure what his best position is yet, where he’s got the attributes to play in a few positions.

“I’ve no doubt he’ll find it but it’s useful that he can play in a few positions when we’re as stretched as we are.”

Davis was pleased with Hythe’s performance at Eastbourne.

They had five players missing - Ollie Gray, Javaun Splatt, Medy Elito, Henry Young and David Ozobia - but went close to a much-needed away win.

“We’ve had the two best chances of the game,” said Davis.

“We had one cleared off the line and TT Walters went through one-on-one late on.

“It was a tight game but if anyone deserved to win it was probably us.

“Eastbourne haven’t lost in seven, so they’re a tough nut to crack, but we played well.

“We need wins in the position we’re in but you can never grumble at a point and a clean sheet away from home, especially with five players missing.”

Hythe are six points from safety after losing 2-1 at Merstham last night.

Ozobia gave them the lead on his