Brighton Boss Hails Tariq Lamptey's Ability And Personality

Graham Potter, manager of Brighton & Hove Albion has lauded the ability and personality of youngster, Tariq Lamptey.

The 19-year-old defender was impressive in their 3:0 win against Newcastle United over the weekend.

In the third minute of Brighton's clash against Newcastle at St James' Park, the lightning quick full-back darted infield and earned his side a penalty, using his low centre of gravity to force Allan Saint-Maximin into a silly error.

After Brighton's 3:0 win against the Magpies, Graham was full of praise for the "special" young full-back.

Brighton manager Graham Potter was also full of praise for the "special" young full-back.

"He's a special character, really humble, wants to help the team. He's a great personality. The players love him." Potter said after the full-time whistle.

"And then he has got the desire and ability to run in behind and threaten the backline. He is playing against some quite quick players on that side of the pitch and he took a couple of heavy challenges as well.

"He just plays with courage and a freshness."
The Ghana Football Association are in talks with Tariq to consider playing for Ghana.

Tariq's parents are both Ghanaians but was brined in England.

He came through the ranks of Chelsea academy.