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LUCAS IS ALWAYS IN THE BREW

By Andy Baber

VERSATILE: Lucas Akins in action for the Brewers
PICTURE: PSI/John Potts

THERE are not many players willing or able to sacrifice themselves for the greater good of the team by playing in every outfield position – but then, Lucas Akins is one of a kind.
The 30-year-old forward joined Burton Albion in 2014 when they were in League Two, helping the club to backto- back promotions to the Championship before being relegated last season. Now in his fifth season at the club, he has made more than 200 appearances for the Brewers and become renowned for his versatility, with g...

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