Chelsea youngster Tariq Lamptey was given his senior debut by Frank Lampard against Arsenal yesterday and the defender impressed observers with his performance.
The 19-year-old replaced Fikayo Tomori just before the hour mark in the 2-1 win and he performed well playing at right-back. Fans on Twitter were very happy with the player’s display:
He was immense ✅
— it's Chelsea ting (@Talented1ones) December 29, 2019
That run and through ball to Tammy alone says it all
— King In The North ?? (@Kwesi_Sqechiz) December 29, 2019
Who is trent in this game
— '' (@CFCMxlo) December 29, 2019
The kid did very well. The future is bright
— Nmondey Boris Miaka (@Nmondey7) December 29, 2019
The kid is good
— Author (@Johnauthor4) December 29, 2019
That first through pass for Abraham ???? oh my god
— andy treadwell (@freddie2k11) December 29, 2019
Everyone was confused as to who he was and why Frank was bringing him on. His pace and energy is what we needed, also a more accustomed right back
— Josh Lawson (@josh_lawson_19) December 29, 2019
He made me go from Wtf to omg, blew my mind.
— Geezy Stuntin? (@Slimdude50) December 29, 2019
Trust the Progress ,Trust the YOUTH and most TRUST FRANKIE
— ?????? ? حمزة (@7mz02_) December 29, 2019
Just hope he signs a new contract
— Mohanad El Sawy (@MohanadElSawy) December 29, 2019
Lamptey’s current contract at Stamford Bridge expires in the summer, and the Blues will be very keen to keep the England Under 20 international following such an assured performance.
The teenager does, though, have a battle on his hands if he wants to get more first-team opportunities. Reece James missed the win over the Gunners due to an ankle injury but the fullback is certainly above Lamptey in the pecking order at the moment.
Even so, Lampard will be delighted he has another fullback he can call upon if he wants an alternative to captain Cesar Azpilicueta.
