A host of Premier League clubs are reportedly showing interest in the English left-back.
Fulham boss Slavisa Jokanovic has urged his side to do everything in their power to keep hold of teenage sensation Ryan Sessegnon from the clutches of several Premier League clubs, in comments appearing in The Evening Standard.
Jokanovic said after their FA Cup tie with Cardiff that he felt the defender was one of the brightest talents in England, adding that he saw the 16 year-old as the future of the West London club.
Cardiff City’s Jazz Richards and Fulham’s Ryan Sessegnon in action
Sessegnon scored against Cardiff in Saturday’s Third Round clash, as the Cottagers put their name in the hat for the draw for the next round on Monday evening.
In netting the winner in South Wales, the English left-back became one of the youngest scorers in FA Cup history, and continued his impressive season. The Fulham boss is one of many on the list of the full-back’s growing admirers.
Jokanovic said: “He is one of the most talented teenagers in England. He is very good for this club. I am sure that he is going to be a very important player for us in the future.”
Fulham’s Ryan Sessegnon scores their second goal
The Roehampton-born defender has broken into the senior Fulham squad this term, following eight years with the club’s youth side.
Making his debut against Leyton Orient in the EFL Cup in August, Ryan Sessegnon has made eight appearances this season, scoring twice, as Fulham push for a play-off come May.
His performances during the early stages of the career both club and for the England U16 and 17s, have led to the teenager being linked with a move to the top-flight by sources including The Mirror.
Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic
His boss Slavisa Jokanovic is happy with Sessegnon’s attitude in training, adding he is working hard to keep his place in the starting XI.
“He is only 16 years old and we have to be careful with him,” the Serbian states. He finishes, “He is working very hard and has to keep going.”
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