There's a determination in Anis Mehmeti's voice and a steely look in his eyes when he talks about his career so far and his future goals.
This week, the 22-year-old made his international debut for Albania, coming on as a substitute in the 70th minute around three years after Covid ended the season early while playing for Woodford Town in the Essex Senior League.
Mehmeti's journey to Bristol City has been arduous. Upon signing for Bristol City on transfer deadline day, former manager Gareth Ainsworth spoke of how his challenging upbringing helped shape him into the player and person he is today.