Ryan Kavuma-McQueen has made a strong early impression at Portsmouth, contributing a goal and an assist in his first seven appearances for the club. The 17-year-old Chelsea loanee's performance in the recent 2-2 draw with Blackburn Rovers has drawn significant praise for his potential.
George Elek from the Not The Top 20 Podcast described the young forward as 'something pretty special'. He highlighted the challenge of a first loan move. "This is a 17-year-old playing on loan from Chelsea, in his first loan - they’re often very difficult especially when you are a pampered academy product going into play men’s football for the first time," Elek said.
Kavuma-McQueen's display against Blackburn was a standout. He registered an assist for Colby Bishop's 74th-minute equaliser in that match, which earned Portsmouth a point at Fratton Park. The teenager was a constant threat, taking 10 shots on target and having 15 touches in the opposition penalty area during the game.
His contributions come as Portsmouth look to climb from 19th place in the Championship table. John Mousinho's side have taken eight points from their opening seven matches. The team's next challenge is a trip to face 13th-placed Southampton on October 11.
For a player in his first senior loan spell, adapting quickly is vital. Kavuma-McQueen's direct style and willingness to shoot have already made him a useful option for Mousinho. The manager will be hoping this form continues as he integrates the youngster into a squad currently without the injured Josh Murphy and Luke Brooke-Smith. Fans can track the team's upcoming fixtures as the season progresses.
The original report is at portsmouth.co.uk
