Who is Tariq Lamptey? Brighton youngster leaves fans mesmerised with gritty display

Brighton youngster Tariq Lamptey has made an impressive start to Premier League season, with 19-year old’s performances on field being ticed by fans and pundits alike. full-back has started both games for Brighton this season and has proved to be a handful for opposing full-backs. Tariq Lamptey played a starring role for Brighton in ir 3-0 victory over Newcastle on Sunday, with defender’s attacking output attracting attention of many.

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Who is Tariq Lamptey?

Tariq Lamptey is a young English full-back currently playing for Brighton & Hove Albion in Premier League. right wing-back made his Premier League debut for Chelsea last year. However, after finding opportunities hard to come by at Bridge, 19-year-old made move to Brighton from Chelsea in January 2020 for around £3 million.

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Premier League news: Tariq Lamptey Brighton performances 

While youngster took some time to settle last season, he has made an outstanding start to Premier League campaign this year. In first match against his old club Chelsea, Tariq Lamptey showed great skill as he gave opposing full-back Marcus Alonso a torrid time. youngster even registered an assist for Leandro Trossard’s goal in 3-1 defeat.

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Tariq Lamptey built on his impressive showing against Chelsea, as he was one of best players on pitch during Brighton’s 3-0 win against Newcastle United. young defender, who plays at right wing-back for Brighton earned a foul from Newcastle star Allan Saint-Maximin inside box in initial sts of match, with penalty being dispatched by striker Neil Maupay. Despite being withdrawn around hour mark, Tariq Lamptey finished game with most interceptions (four) and won more fouls (four) than any or player on pitch. youngster has also won Man of Match award in both his outings this season.

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Tariq Lamptey Brighton performances praised by fans

In just two appearances in Premier League this season, former Chelsea full-back has mand to grab attention of football fans. Tariq Lamptey possesses a great turn of pace, with his small stature helping young defender to beat his man with ease. However, full-back has shown admirable defensive skills as well, with his performance making him one of league’s brightest young talents.

After his outstanding showing against Newcastle United, fans took to Twitter to shower praise on Tariq Lamptey. Many fans wrote that y were impressed by youngster’s pace, with many predicting that youngster will outshine Liverpool full-back Trent Alexander-Arld in future. Referring to teammate Neil Maupay’s comments where striker said that young defender has ‘ limits’, fans also shared videos of Lamptey's highlights vs Newcastle. Even Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher praised youngster, tweeting that he loves Brighton full-back.

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