Cryptic crossword clue
Midfield player could be an arts graduate as far as we are concerned 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word HALFBACK

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The straight part
We know that "Midfield player" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case midfield player = halfback.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does HALFBACK mean?

HALFBACK noun
  1. (field sports) Any of various positions on the field of play between the forwards and the fullbacks.
  2. (field sports) A player who occupies one of these positions.
HALFBACK verb
  1. To play in the position of halfback.

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