‘Heading to the top’: Portsmouth sensation shines again on world stage amid Sheffield United transfer talk
Ryan Kavuma-McQueen has scored one goal and collected two assists during a successful loan stay at Pompey so far.
Ryan Kavuma-McQueen’s exciting emergence continues with another scintillating display on the world stage.
The Pompey loanee, who has excelled on the south coast since his arrival from Chelsea in August, played a major role in England under-18’s triumph over the Netherlands on Wednesday.
The winger came to the fore in trademark fashion, opening the scoring in the 3-2 success with an incredible solo strike for the Young Lions in Valencia.
After receiving the ball five-yards into the Dutch half, Kavuma-McQueen skipped past left-back Mylan Brouwers before using incredible trickery to twice beat midfielder Ibrahaim Faik on the edge of the box.
He then unleashed a powerful right-footed effort 20-yards out into the top left corner, beating the fully-stretched Quenten Attigah in goal.
Pompey and Chelsea sensation shines on world stage
The Chelsea youngster continued to be a threat for Will Antwi’s side before being withdrawn on 73 minutes and subsequently replaced by Newcastle United’s Kyran Thompson.
The attacker, who has already received a number of plaudits for his Fratton Park contributions this term, is once again in the limelight following another outstanding display.
And supporters have taken to X to offer the 17-year-old more accolades after his latest showing.
@myElsaoRae: Even the camera man missing it is so real cause I blinked and it was in the back of the net. Ryan doesn't even give you time to process.
@Blue_Footy: Every winger with good shooting and dribbling technique on both feet is a very dangerous customer for any FB. This boy is heading to the top.
@enzo08fernandez: This guy has sheer pace and power.
@TheSecretScout_: I told you Ryan Kavuma-McQueen's goal was unreal. Even the camera man missed it.
@Ayanokoji_CFC: Ryan Kavuma-McQueen with an absolute screamer for England U18s! What a strike from the young Chelsea talent!
@DeludedGooner04: Ryan Kavuma-McQueen what a player.
@thefootballpark: Ryan Kavuma-McQueen is going to be seriously good. Go and watch his goal against the Netherlands U18s.
@awesomeniggo: Massive talent. Hope Chelsea doesn't miss the chance of making him better.
@The3rdmanrun_: RKM the greatest England youth international ever.
Sheffield United transfer talk for Pompey winger
Kavuma-McQueen’s scintillating showing comes amid interest from Pompey’s rivals ahead of the January window.
The Blades were said to have had the 17-year-old on their radar in the summer with Pompey eventually landing his signature having put in extensive groundwork to secure him for the season.
Kavuma McQueen has made 14 appearances at Fratton Park this term, which has also seen him score once and collect two assists so far.
Chelsea do, though, hold a recall option in January in his season-long loan agreement, which is standard in most deals.